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Farrell questions 'fight' as Ireland flounder in France

Declan Murphy

Declan Murphy

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5 February 2026
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Farrell questions 'fight' as Ireland flounder in France

Andy Farrell admitted that a fast start from France left him questioning his side's "fight" at the Stade de France, with the Ireland head coach also conceding that the reigning Six Nations champions were operating at a "different level" at times during the 36-14 bonus-point win for the hosts.

Andy Farrell admitted that a fast start from France left him questioning his side's "fight" at the Stade de France, with the Ireland head coach also conceding that the reigning Six Nations champions were operating at a "different level" at times during the 36-14 bonus-point win for the hosts.

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