Ireland moved top of the championship table by deservedly registering a 12th consecutive victory over the Scots – dating back to 2018 – in the opening match of “Super Saturday”. Ireland – champions in 2023 and 2024 – finished second in the standings following four wins from five, with a round-one loss at Stade de France ultimately proving decisive. Asked if the impressive bonus-point win over Scotland in Dublin was a fitting way to sign off, Farrell replied: “Yeah, absolutely – proud as punch of everyone involved. Scores from Dan Sheehan and Robert Baloucoune helped the hosts into a 19-7 half-time lead. “It’s our responsibility to make sure that that happens, that we bring the crowd into the game,” said Farrell.

Source: The Herald March 14, 2026 22:45 UTC