IRELAND

Ireland must wait to enjoy Croke craic

Former Munster and Ireland lock Mick Galwey is hoping that Ireland don¿t get too carried away with the carnival atmosphere at Croke Park on Sunday ¿ believing that they will have to play to their maximum ability if they are to win against France.

O'Kelly named as 'A' captain

Leinster lock Malcolm O'Kelly will lead a strong Ireland A against England Saxons at Ravenhill on Friday night.

Horgan returns to Ireland's ranks

Leinster dangerman Shane Horgan has recovered from the knee injury he picked up in January and will start for Ireland in the Six Nations match against France on Sunday.

O'Connell sends out warning to the French

Ireland lock Paul O'Connell has warned France not to take comfort from his side's faltering start to the Six Nations - because they were still in first gear.

Five French changes for Ireland

The French management Bernard Laporte and Jo Maso have announced a team with five changes from the one which beat Italy 39-3 in Rome for the Dublin match against Ireland, a crucial Six Nations clash.

Ireland not 'hamstrung' by O'Driscoll injury

Brian O'Driscoll's right hamstring injury has been downgraded to a "mild strain" on Monday, and he will be given until Saturday to prove he can captain Ireland against France in a crucial Six Nations game.

Ireland warned to keep their hands off

Ireland have been warned referee Steve Walsh will not stand for any so-called "cynical" breakdown tactics in their Six Nations clash with France.

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