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The Ireland team that defeated Scotland in the 1985 Five Nations
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The Ireland team that defeated Scotland in the 1985 Five Nations
Rugby Union - 1985 Five Nations Championship - Scotland 15 Ireland 18
Ireland team group before kick-off at Murrayfield 02/02/1985.
Back (left to right): Steve Strydom (referee - SARB), Mr Derek Bevan (touch-judge - WRU), Phil Orr, Philip Matthews, Brian Spillane, Willie Anderson, Donal Lenihan, Hugo MacNeill, JJ McCoy, Winston Jones (touch-judge - WRU).
Seated: Michael Bradley, Paul Dean, Trevor Ringland, Mr M. H. Carroll (President - IRFU), Ciaran Fitzgerald (captain), Michael Kiernan, Keith Crossan, Brendan Mullin, Nigel Carr
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This print captures the victorious Ireland team that defeated Scotland in the 1985 Five Nations Championship. The historic match took place at Murrayfield on February 2nd, 1985, and this image showcases the Irish team's unity and determination before kick-off. In this group shot, we see an impressive lineup of talented players proudly wearing their green jerseys. Standing tall at the back are Steve Strydom, who officiated as referee from South African Rugby Board (SARB), alongside touch-judges Mr Derek Bevan and Winston Jones from Welsh Rugby Union (WRU). They form a formidable backdrop for the rest of the team. Seated in front is a collection of notable individuals including Michael Bradley, Paul Dean, Trevor Ringland, and Keith Crossan. In the center sits Ciaran Fitzgerald, captain of the Irish squad during this memorable victory. Flanked by him are Michael Kiernan and Brendan Mullin – all key contributors to Ireland's success on that fateful day. The photograph also features Phil Orr, Philip Matthews, Brian Spillane, Willie Anderson, Donal Lenihan - each one showcasing their unwavering dedication to securing victory for their nation. Nigel Carr completes this remarkable lineup of athletes ready to take on any challenge thrown their way. Taken by renowned sports photographer Colin Elsey for Colorsport Images with permission from Mr M. H Carroll - President of IRFU at that time - this picture immortalizes a significant moment in rugby history where Ireland emerged trium
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