Ireland's under-20 rugby team faces Scotland after a disappointing loss to England. Coach Neil Doak makes three changes and two positional shifts to the starting lineup in an effort to overcome the previous match's shortcomings.
Ireland 's under-20 rugby team, seeking to bounce back from their 19-3 loss to England , has announced a revamped starting lineup for their upcoming match against Scotland . Coach Neil Doak has implemented three changes and two positional shifts, aiming to address the shortcomings exposed in the previous encounter. The alterations are partly due to injuries sustained by right wing Derry Moloney (broken finger) and loosehead prop Alex Usanov (leg injury).
Usanov will miss the remainder of the tournament, while Moloney is hopeful of returning for the Wales match. Second row prospect Alan Spicer, who was absent in Cork due to a stress fracture in his foot, is being monitored. Daniel Green, a natural out-half, takes over at fullback, with Charlie Molony shifting to the right wing in place of his injured teammate. Gene O'Leary Kareem moves in from the bench to wear the number 13 jersey, partnering with Ireland's standout player from the last game, Connor Fahy, who transitions to inside centre. Eoghan Smyth from Cork Constitution drops to the replacements bench. Billy Bohan, who replaced Usanov against England, starts at prop, with Paddy Moore, son of former international Dave Moore, promoted to the replacements. Sale Sharks scrumhalf Will Wootton, younger brother of Alex, is also fit again after an injury and returns to the bench.Ireland's back coach, Ian Keatley, acknowledges the disappointment of the loss to England but stresses the importance of learning from the experience and moving forward. They recognize that they had opportunities to score but failed to capitalize. Keatley highlights the need for the team to analyze their mistakes and improve their performance in the upcoming matches. Despite the setback against England, the Irish squad remains confident and determined to secure a victory against Scotland
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