Here, the PA news agency picks out some of the main talking points ahead of a mouthwatering Aviva Stadium encounter. World number one versus Grand Slam championsThere is a sense of deja vu going into the crunch clash. France fly-half Romain Ntamack claimed Ireland are “comfortably favourites (Adam Davy/PA)France fly-half Romain Ntamack instigated the pre-match mind games when he heaped pressure on the hosts by claiming there was no debate about which side are expected to win. Ireland have undoubtedly progressed over the past year but ending their hoodoo against Fabien Galthie’s men will be a significant feat. Watch more from Andy Farrell's Press Conference ⬇️#TeamOfUs | #GuinnessSixNations — Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) February 9, 2023Ireland have made the Aviva Stadium a fortress, winning 18 of 19 Tests with Farrell at the helm.

Source: The Herald February 10, 2023 21:45 UTC