Ireland U20s Fall Just Short Against France

July 13, 2021
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Ultimate Rugby

The Ireland U20s were unable to finish their U20 Six Nations campaign with a final flourish on Tuesday evening, as a powerful French outfit emerged winners from an entertaining Round 5 clash in Cardiff.

Tries from Jamie Osborne and captain Alex Kendellen had helped Richie Murphy‘s side exchange blows with France throughout a fascinating first half at Cardiff Arms Park, but Les Bleus flexed their considerable muscle in the second period to run out 34-28 winners despite a late Ireland salvo.

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Overall, it was a hugely positive Championship for Murphy’s side, who finish with three wins over Scotland, Wales and Italy.