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Joe McCarthy is Ireland’s wild new star – but his display of brotherly love steals the show

Joe McCarthy joins his brother in the stands in Marseille after the match – Getty Images/Harry Murphy The sight of Ireland’s fierce young star ‘Big’ Joe McCarthy handing his man of the match medal to his brother Andrew after his team’s spectacular defeat against France in Marseille on Friday night was pleasing. It’s a reminder… Read More »

France v Ireland player ratings: Joe McCarthy makes Six Nations debut

Joe McCarthy handed his player of the match medal to his younger brother Andrew after the win – Getty Images/Harry Murphy Ireland put together an almost complete performance against a France team devoid of their usual panache, even before Paul Willemse was sent off for a second yellow card in the first half. Here Telegraph… Read More »