Ireland may need to win 'ugly' in South Africa clash, says Simon Easterby
Ireland must be adaptable and prepared to grind out an “ugly” win against reigning world champions South Africa, according to defence coach Simon Easterby.
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Fully-fit squad for Ireland with Finlay Bealham available for South Africa match
Ireland prop Finlay Bealham has been cleared to face reigning world champions South Africa after passing his head injury assessments.
Decision time - Andy Farrell facing crucial calls v Springboks
Given the desire to avoid France in a potential World Cup quarter-final, it's no exaggeration to say Ireland are heading into the biggest game yet of the Andy Farrell era.
Conan and Bealham take part in Ireland training
Jack Conan, Finlay Bealham and Dan Sheehan all took part in training today in Tours as Ireland prepare for their World Cup clash against South Africa on Saturday (8pm).
Conor Murray: Ireland squad in ‘unbelievable nick’ ahead of South Africa clash
Scrum-half Conor Murray feels Ireland’s squad are “buzzing” and in “unbelievable nick” ahead of a pivotal Paris appointment with reigning world champions South Africa.
Rob Herring says family all supporting Ireland against native South Africa
South Africa-born Ireland hooker Rob Herring insists there will be no split loyalties among his family and friends when his side face the Springboks at the Rugby World Cup in Paris.
Ferris: Fringe players need to be 'part of the journey'
While Andy Farrell is showing Tonga maximum respect in fielding close to a full-strength side for their meeting on Saturday, Stephen Ferris warns that the coach must be wary of a repeat of the 'Bordeaux Four' of 2007.
Ireland forward Tadhg Beirne warns World Cup opponents Tonga a ‘serious side’
Tadhg Beirne believes he and Ireland are still some way from hitting top form at the Rugby World Cup as they bid to avoid being scalped by Tonga.