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Gregor Townsend: Scotland need their ‘best rugby of the season’ against Ireland

Source: PA Wire

Gregor Townsend admits Scotland will have to “do something special” in Dublin as he challenged them to score at least 20 points against Ireland and give themselves a fighting chance of a first Triple Crown since 1990.

The are heading to the Irish capital looking to save face after a shock defeat in last weekend all-but ended their hopes of winning the championship and left them staring at the possibility of finishing fifth if

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