Andy Farrell believes Simon Zebo remains a "great option" for Ireland but suggested the player must prove himself with Munster next season before being considered for an international recall. Zebo is poised to return to national team contention after agreeing to rejoin his native province following three years with French club Racing 92. "He'll be a great option, because his passing game, his left-footed kicking game is exactly where it was." Ireland host Japan at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday, July 3 before welcoming the United States to the same venue a week later. Meanwhile, Ireland Under-20s coach Richie Murphy has made two enforced changes to his 34-man squad for the Six Nations ahead of Saturday's opener against Scotland in Cardiff.

Source: Irish Independent June 15, 2021 12:00 UTC