Ireland 2nd best in Soldier Field
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With three more tough Tests to come this month, Andy Farrell says: ‘If we can’t stand up to that challenge, then we shouldn’t be here’
Nine years on from an historic success over the All Blacks, Ireland return to Chicago to take on New Zealand again. Then coached by Joe Schmidt, Ireland secured their first ever victory over the world champions at Soldier Field in 2016,
Ireland and New Zealand are poised for their highly anticipated Soldier Field sequel, nine years on from a historic Irish win at the Chicago venue.
The Ulster player was surprisingly chosen ahead of Bundee Aki and Robbie Henshaw for his 22nd cap – just his ninth Test start against a Tier 1 nation, 10 seasons on from his debut at Twickenham. His hard carrying beyond contact, as well as his offloading ability, gave Ireland another attacking dimension.
The rematch, set for Soldier Field, is the first time the teams will meet in Chicago since their epic 2016 clash.
SCOTT ROBERTSON wants no repeat of 2016 at Soldier Field tomorrow. New Zealand return to the stadium where nine years ago Ireland recorded a first-ever win over the All Blacks at their 29th
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has named his team to face the All Blacks in this Saturday's clash in Chicago. The match is the first between the sides on American soil since Ireland's famous win at Soldier Field in 2016.
Ireland take on New Zealand at Chicagos Soldier Field, nine years after they beat the All Blacks for first time at same venue; Andy Farrell is back at helm having taken sabbatical to lead British and Irish Lions in Australia;