Ireland need focus against France to avoid New Zealand, admits Joe Schmidt

• Ireland coach laments decision-making during World Cup win over Italy• ‘We were lucky to escape with the points we need to get out of the pool’Joe Schmidt said there will be no let-up in intensity from Ireland against France despite both teams having qualified for the quarter-finals. The Ireland coach added that his side are determined to win at the Millennium Stadium and avoid the All Blacks in the quarter-finals. Related: Ireland secure World Cup progess with laboured win over Italy Continue reading...