Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says his side’s inaccuracy and error-prone play contribute to their 40-21 defeat to New Zealand in round three of the Nations Championship at Eden Park. The All Blacks extend their long unbeaten record at the venue, moving to 53 Test matches without losing at home.
New Zealand score four tries in the first half through Patrick Tuipulotu, Ardie Savea, Will Jordan and Asafo Aumua. Ireland’s Jack Conan scores in a tough opening period. In the second half, Ireland improve, with Joe McCarthy and Hugo Keenan adding tries, while Sam Prendergast converts all three.
Despite the late response from Ireland, New Zealand maintain control to secure the win. Farrell, as reported by multiple outlets, focuses on the mistakes his team made during the match, suggesting those errors cost Ireland points and momentum.
