Schmidt 'proud as punch' of Irish
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Ireland coach Joe Schmidt proclaimed himself to be really proud of the Irish players for a sterling defensive effort in the final quarter of the Six Nations defending champions' 19-9 win over England on Sunday at Lansdowne Road.
The victory equalled the hosts national record of successive Test wins at 10, while also keeping their hopes alive of only the country's third Grand Slam - as well as being just the second time to retain the title (1948/49).
However, they were at times hanging on by their fingertips as England - who came into the game also with two wins from two matches - mount…
The victory equalled the hosts national record of successive Test wins at 10, while also keeping their hopes alive of only the country's third Grand Slam - as well as being just the second time to retain the title (1948/49).
However, they were at times hanging on by their fingertips as England - who came into the game also with two wins from two matches - mount…
