It’s ultimately been a disappointing tournament for James Topping’s men.
THE IRELAND MEN’S 7s team have finished sixth at the Olympics in Paris after losing their fifth-place play-off clash against New Zealand, meaning a disappointing end to their campaign.
However, they were edged out by New Zealand in their last pool clash on Thursday which proved to be costly as it sent them into a quarter-final against defending back-to-back champions Fiji. Advertisement The Irish effort to respond was met by fierce defensive resistance, the New Zealanders just about managing the ball-carrying threat of the powerful Zac Ward.Topping’s men had to defend savagely themselves as half time drew close, Hugo Keenan coming up with a vital breakdown turnover metres from the Irish tryline, sparking a strong counter-attack.
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