We're still a bag of nerves watching Irish fans bear England V France in Murrayfield

No amount of spoilers could ruin this spectacle.

Scotland and Ireland supporters watch the England France match Cathal Noonan / INPHO Cathal Noonan / INPHO / INPHO

LAST SATURDAY PUT us all through the emotional wringer. But those hardy Irish rugby fans who stumped up to go to Edinburgh and witness history first hand were slightly more invested than those of us watching from a safe distance.

Take this guy, for instance. Pictured when Yoann Huget decided to toy with Irish hearts for a few more seconds.

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The below video the IRFU put together has more telling scenes like that from its vantage point behind the scenes in Murrayfield before, during and most importantly after Ireland’s 10 – 40 win over Scotland.

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Aug 22nd 2024, 9:10 PM

We can claim that as a part Irish victory :)

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Aug 22nd 2024, 10:27 PM

@robert kelly: of course we will Robert

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