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Old 14-03-2014, 12:32
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Totally agree. France still have devastating runners in their back line where if the game becomes a bit loose, could cause serious damage to any team
Though their mid field has been very poor and I can't see Ireland kicking poorly to the back 3, so it would be more turnover ball that would release the back 3. Still think Ireland by 6 points or so.
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Old 14-03-2014, 12:35
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I thought I heard Marler was definitely ruled out?

Only heard this week he was due to be a father, he's awful young- though you wouldn't think it looking at him, he'd easily pass for 30
I replied to apaul's post before Joe had definitely been ruled out. Mako has deffo been promoted to starting XV now, with Matt Mullan replacing him on bench (well done that lad)

Joe does look older than 23 years old. I think it's the receding hairline, which he tries to hide with the silly haircuts
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Old 14-03-2014, 18:30
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Farewell BOD ya legend http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNG4HdnVrYQ ... Winning the championship tomorrow would be the perfect sendoff.
Yep best of luck to Ireland tomorrow I hope they win the title would be a lovely send off for him
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Old 14-03-2014, 19:08
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Yep best of luck to Ireland tomorrow I hope they win the title would be a lovely send off for him
Getting nervous now - can't wait
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Old 14-03-2014, 19:13
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It's going to be a great day I'm going to the Wales match then staying in Cardiff to watch the other 2 matches Ireland deserve it this year they have put in some great performances.
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Old 14-03-2014, 21:17
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Getting nervous now - can't wait
Well, England could put 51 points on Italy, so yeah be nervous
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Old 14-03-2014, 22:34
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Well, England could put 51 points on Italy, so yeah be nervous
France could steal another bloody 2 point victory - that's what I'd be nervous about
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Old 14-03-2014, 22:41
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Getting nervous now - can't wait
I was in Cardiff last time Ireland won the title it was amazing the fans were lovely! We had some Irish blokes in front and they started hugging and kissing everyone they could get their hands on lol
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Old 15-03-2014, 00:15
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It's going to be a great day I'm going to the Wales match then staying in Cardiff to watch the other 2 matches Ireland deserve it this year they have put in some great performances.
You should be in for a good day. I think all 3 matches will be good. I'm hoping England have too much for Italy but it won't be plain sailing. I expect Wales to beat Scotland fairly comfortably...possibly even 15+. They will be much more of a threat with Biggar starting. 1/2p is a huge loss, he would be to any team for his goal kicking alone but Biggar is an adequate kicker himself plus he's just a better player than a Priestland low on confidence. Very surprised that Gatland didn't go with Warburton, Tipuric, Faletau backrow though.

Ireland should win in France. If both teams play to their current form, France could be embarrassed but, as always, you just never know what you're gonna get with them. Momma says they're like a box of chocolates

Naturally I would like France to win as it kinda helps England get a championship. Ireland probably just shade it as the best team but England have done pretty well too. Not bothered about BOD going out on a high and I don't mean any disrespect by saying that. The fella has achieved so much in his career and he is deemed by many (including myself) as one of the best centres of the modern era. The Lions showed that there isn't much room for being sentimental in sport so the perfect ending doesn't always happen. That said, if Ireland win in Paris, there will be absolutely no complaints from me.
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Old 15-03-2014, 09:44
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England to win narrowly in Italy.
Wales to comfortably beat Scotland.
Ireland to win in France and deservedly claim the Six Nations.
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Old 15-03-2014, 10:06
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France could steal another bloody 2 point victory - that's what I'd be nervous about
If that happens there would have to be an IRB inquiry !!

England by 15
Wales by 20
Ireland by 6
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Old 15-03-2014, 10:56
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The final RTÉ preview of this year - Ireland v France - Aux Armes Citoyens http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4D2z...SEVfWLXtn9HlWA ...

Bring it on! - may the best team win the 6 nations and here's to a brilliant day.
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Old 15-03-2014, 11:50
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England by 21
Wales by 14
Ireland by 2 (just for the natural justice of it)
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Old 15-03-2014, 11:58
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Italy v England +20
Wales v Scotland +15
France v Ireland - (I'm not going to tempt faith )
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Old 15-03-2014, 12:35
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It's going to be a great day I'm going to the Wales match then staying in Cardiff to watch the other 2 matches Ireland deserve it this year they have put in some great performances.
The Italy and England game is on before the Welsh match. Now, in fact.

I'm hoping the Irish get it, I'd been thinking from the second weekend it would be theirs or France's this year but I'm going to go for the men in green.
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Old 15-03-2014, 12:41
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England need to earn the right to go wide (cliche but still true)
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Old 15-03-2014, 12:44
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Mike Brown
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Old 15-03-2014, 12:47
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Whats Owen Farrell doing when he scores
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Old 15-03-2014, 12:58
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Both England props struggling.

It's high risk rugby from England...nice to see but it's not always on. Lots of mistakes being made.

A little structure would be nice at times.
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Old 15-03-2014, 12:59
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Whats Owen Farrell doing when he scores
It does look a little bit childish doesn't it ...
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Old 15-03-2014, 13:00
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Need more structure from England, it's not a Barbarians gane
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Old 15-03-2014, 13:02
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What the F is Hartley doing, getting in the way and now seagulling on the wing
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Old 15-03-2014, 13:07
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At least the scoreboard is ticking
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Old 15-03-2014, 13:10
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What a star Mike Brown.
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Old 15-03-2014, 13:11
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Brown is tidying up some over-complicated moves in midfield
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