Gregor Townsend puts faith in 'fearless' Scots against Ireland

The head coach declared that his underdogs will have “nothing to lose”

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend during a training session at the Stade Pierre Mauroy, France. Picture date: Friday September 29, 2023. PA Photo. See PA story RUGBYU World Cup Scotland. Photo credit should read: Adam Davy/PA Wire

Gregor Townsend has promised that his Scotland team will be “fearless” as they take on Ireland in their do-or-die World Cup Pool B encounter in Saint-Denis this Saturday.

The head coach declared that his underdogs, who need to beat the world number one by eight points or more to pip them to a knockout spot, will have “nothing to lose” in the eagerly awaited tie between the Celtic cousins.