The Ireland U2os are still in with a graet chance to win this U20 Six Nations as they face Scotland in Cork on Friday evening. Here' all you need to know about the Ireland U20s versus Scotland U20.
Ireland left it late in the Rec on Friday with Luke Murphy crashing over to level the game in the 83rd minute. In a fantastic game of rugby Richie Murphy's men showed real heart and determination to come away with a result. Ireland kept their unbeaten run in this competition which stretches back to July 2021. They sit 2nd in the table, a point behind England who have a +17 points difference advantage on Ireland. However they travel to France for their final match this evening.
France have named an incredibly strong team to finish their campaign. However their game will kickoff an hour after the Ireland game, so England will know exactly what they need to do.
Scotland on the other hand have had a campaign to forget. They have lost all their games so far in this years Six Nations, sitting bottom and only registering a point. Ireland will no doubt look to gain a maximum 5 points and put the pressure on England. It's all to play for on Friday night.
One more round to go...and it's still all to play for! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/4BkgslBQly
— Six Nations Under-20s (@SixNationsU20) March 8, 2024
When Is Ireland U20 v Scotland U20?
The game will take place this Friday the 15th of March in Virgin Media Park. Kick off is at 7pm.
Where To Watch Ireland U20 v Scotland U20
Live coverage of the game will be shown on Virgin Media 2 with coverage beginning from 6:30pm.
The broadcast will continue to take in the France v England game afterwards.
Teams
Richie Murphy named his team to play Scotland on Tuesday. Sean Edogbo returns to the starting XV. Luke Murphy - who scored the equalising try in Bath last Friday - retains his place in the backrow with Brian Gleeson unable to play.
15. Ben O’Connor (UCC RFC/Munster)
14. Finn Treacy (Galwegians RFC/Connacht)
13. Wilhelm de Klerk (UCD RFC/Leinster)
12. Hugh Gavin (Galwegians RFC/Connacht)
11. Hugo McLaughlin (Lansdowne FC/Leinster)
10. Jack Murphy (Clontarf FC/Leinster)
9. Oliver Coffey (Blackrock College RFC/Leinster)
1. Alex Usanov (Clontarf FC/Leinster)
2. Henry Walker (Queen’s University Belfast RFC/Ulster)
3. Jacob Boyd (Queen’s University Belfast RFC/Ulster)
4. Joe Hopes (Queen’s University Belfast RFC/Ulster)
5. Evan O’Connell (UL Bohemian RFC/Munster) (capt)
6. Sean Edogbo (UCC RFC/Munster)
7. Bryn Ward (Ballynahinch RFC/Ulster)
8. Luke Murphy (Shannon RFC/Munster)
Replacements:
16. Danny Sheahan (Cork Constitution FC/Munster)
17. Ben Howard (Terenure College RFC/Leinster)
18. Patreece Bell (Sale Sharks/IQ Rugby)
19. Billy Corrigan (Old Wesley RFC/Leinster)
20. James McKillop (Queen’s University Belfast RFC/Ulster)
21. Tadhg Brophy (Naas RFC/Leinster)
22. Sean Naughton (Galway Corinthians RFC/Connacht)
23. Davy Colbert (Dublin University FC/Leinster)
The Ireland U20s Match Day Squad for Friday's sold-out finale against Scotland in Cork! 🟢#FutureIsGreen
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) March 13, 2024
On the other side of the ball, Ruaraidh Hart and Geordie Glynn will co-captain Scotland.
Your Scotland U20 team for Friday night's clash with Ireland has been confirmed 🏴
More ➡️ https://t.co/0IXwpFeGT7 pic.twitter.com/I3WTA0LJUC— Scottish Rugby (@Scotlandteam) March 13, 2024
