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RTÉ Rugby podcast: Where did it go wrong for Ireland in All Blacks defeat?

Nov 13,2024

Neil Treacy is joined by Johne Murphy and Mick Kearney as we look back on Ireland's disappointing 23-13 defeat to New Zealand last Friday.

We debate whether or not Andy Farrell is being too conservative with his team selections (6:15) and if there will be changes for this Friday's meeting with Argentina.

We discuss Ireland's high error and penalty count (15:30), which contributed heavily to their performance, and Mick breaks down how Ireland's struggling lineout is limiting their attack (22:30).

Johne discusses the new interpretation around escort lines in the kick-space, which referees are clamping down on, and how it could lead to an exciting change in how the game is played (32:00).

And the pair pay tribute to Cian Healy, who looks set to make a record-equalling 133rd appearance for Ireland this week (40:50).

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