Ireland have ‘massive belief’ after demolishing France – Tadhg Beirne

Tadhg Beirne claimed the second of Ireland’s five tries in Marseille (Andrew Matthews/PA)

Tadhg Beirne says Ireland are brimming with “massive belief” after launching their Guinness Six Nations title defence with a landmark demolition of pre-tournament favourites France.

Andy Farrell’s reigning Grand Slam champions made a statement of intent in Marseille with a stunning 38-17 bonus-point win to propel themselves into pole position for further championship glory.