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    Marcus Smith drop goal ruins Ireland's historic Six Nations Grand Slam bid as England edge thriller

    by Nick Purewal Mar 09, 2024 4 minutes
    Source: Action Images via Reuters

    Marcus Smith’s last-gasp drop goal broke Irish hearts and made good on England’s vows to defend Twickenham with all their might.

    Super-sub Smith slotted a stunning winner as England stole a 23-22 victory from Ireland with the final play in a rocking west London.

    Andy Farrell’s stunned visitors were left to stand and stare as Smith lined up then banged over the drop goal that thwarted their tilt towards successive Six Nations Grand Slams.

    Jamie George invoked an Englishman’s right to defend his castle in ratcheting up the rhetoric before facing the history-chasing .

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