Ireland bid to keep their Grand Slam dream alive this afternoon when they host Scotland at the Aviva Stadium.
Joe Schmidt makes 2 changes to the side which conquered Wales 2 weeks ago, as Garry Ringrose and Tadhg Furlong coming into the starting 15.
The Scots come into the encounter high on confidence having just ended a decade long wait for a win over England in the competition.
Kick off is at 2:15.
#NatWest6Nations Preview: Ireland v Scotland #IREvSCO #TeamOfUs #ShouldertoShoulder https://t.co/3NcLExXM7N pic.twitter.com/lNhpaPotR1
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) March 9, 2018
Gardai are urging anyone heading to the game today to use public transport where possible
Headed to the @AVIVAStadium tomorrow for #IREvSCO? Use public transport or Park & Ride, as parking restrictions are in place. Respect the locals, comply with Gardaí & stewards and enjoy the match! More info here: https://t.co/IaoFfsq7Pj pic.twitter.com/mv4bswzkBc
— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) March 9, 2018
All eyes then turn to the Stade de France where defending champions England face off against France.
Last night the Ireland Under 20’s secured victory over their Scottish counterparts in Donnybrook.
It finished Ireland 30 Scotland 25.
Final score from Donnybrook.
Ireland U20 30-25 Scotland U20.#FutureIsGreen #FutureStars pic.twitter.com/fLE4uxRXjU
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) March 9, 2018
The women’s side will face the Scots on Sunday afternoon following on from their emphatic win over Wales two weeks ago.
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