Rugby-Challenging Six Nations schedule boost for Irish World Cup preparations


  • Rugby
  • Wednesday, 26 Jan 2022

FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - Ireland v United States - Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland - July 10, 2021 Ireland players celebrate after the match Pool via REUTERS/Donall Farmer

LONDON (Reuters) - A challenging Six Nations schedule over the next two months will allow Ireland more opportunity to prepare thoroughly for next year's World Cup, Ireland coach Andy Farrell said on Wednesday.

Ireland start against defending champions Wales in Dublin on Feb. 5 and are then away against France on Feb. 12 and later against England at Twickenham on March 12 in a tough fixture list.

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