George North urges Wales to go ‘toe to toe’ with Ireland in Six Nations opener

An intriguing Guinness Six Nations opener sees Wales, with Warren Gatland back as head coach, targeting an immediate statement against the tournament favourites
George North urges Wales to go ‘toe to toe’ with Ireland in Six Nations opener

VETERAN: George North will be a key part of Wales’ victory bid against Ireland. Pic: David Davies/PA

Fri, 03 Feb, 2023 - 18:59
Andrew Baldock

George North says that Wales must go “toe to toe” with Ireland in their quest for victory over the world’s top team on Saturday.

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