Ireland hold on for crucial win
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Ireland held on in the face of a fierce French comeback to claim an important 18-11 Six Nations win in Dublin on Saturday.
The French scored the only try of the match, as the surged back into the contest in the second half.
However, five Jonathan Sexton penalties - to go with one by Ian Madigan - trumped the French and ensured Ireland are well on track for the defence of their Championship crown.
The 29-year-old Sexton - who was stood down for suffering four concussions last year - kicked 15 points against a France side that only really sparked into gear in the final 10 minutes, wh…
The French scored the only try of the match, as the surged back into the contest in the second half.
However, five Jonathan Sexton penalties - to go with one by Ian Madigan - trumped the French and ensured Ireland are well on track for the defence of their Championship crown.
The 29-year-old Sexton - who was stood down for suffering four concussions last year - kicked 15 points against a France side that only really sparked into gear in the final 10 minutes, wh…
