Ireland face Scotland in a massive Rugby World Cup clash on Saturday night in Paris
Ireland have proven they can thrive under big-game pressure as they seek to avoid a shock Rugby World Cup exit, believes prop Tadhg Furlong.
“I think it brings the best out of rugby players,” he said. “It shows your mentality, it shows what you are about, it shows what the group is about. It shows a lot. “We have played in big games before. Now it’s just about trying to get your prep right and try to get your best performance out there.Head coach Farrell will name his team for the Stade de France showdown on Thursday afternoon and is likely to make few, if any, changes following a 13-8 victory over South Africa on September 23.But success for Gregor Townsend’s side could see them snatch progression at the expense of their rivals, depending on the margin of victory and bonus points obtained.
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