Another World Cup and another quarter final exit for Ireland. New Zealand followed Argentina’s lead by destroying Ireland’s defence in what was a very difficult final game for Rory Best and Joe Schmidt.
The intensity of the Kiwi defence from the start set the tone for the match and Ireland coughed up 18 turnovers with Ardie Savea and Sam Cane at the forefront, however there were a decent number of handling errors, brought on by the All Blacks’ defence.
New Zealand (22) 46
TRY: Aaron Smith (2), Beauden Barrett, Codie Taylor, Matt Todd, Jordie Barrett
CON: Richie Mo’unga (4)
PEN: Richie Mo’unga
Ireland (0) 14
TRY: Robbie Henshaw, Penalty Try
CON: Joey Carbery, Penalty Try
Ireland were 17-0 down inside 18 minutes thanks to a brace from Aaron Smith. New Zealand were fortunate in the first try with Brodie Retallick
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