Jack Crowley could be 'proud of his performance' for Ireland against Italy in Saturday's Six Nations match, said head coach Andy Farrell. Photograph: InphoAndy Farrell has hit out at the “keyboard warriors” who have contributed to the negative and often nasty targeting of his young outhalves Sam Prendergast and Jack Crowley on social media over the past year or two. Do we want people to do well or not?’” said Farrell, scarcely able to conceal his incredulity or anger. I’ve seen it, to-ing and fro-ing with both of them, and both of them are strong characters. As for the groans after each of Prendergast’s two missed conversions, Farrell said: “I’ve heard worse than that, and I’ve had worse groans that that, believe me.

Source: The Irish Times February 16, 2026 07:30 UTC