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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
Sport
Eamon Doggett

Ireland fans in disbelief as New Zealand lead after first half

Supporters can't believe Ireland are trailing at half-time of their clash with New Zealand at the Aviva Stadium.

Despite dominating possession, Ireland find themselves 10-5 behind at the break after a pulsating half of rugby.

The opening try came from Leinster winger James Lowe who stretched for the corner in great style.

And when Tadhg Furlong charged over from close range it looked like Ireland were in command of the match.

But the TMO ruled out the try for a double movement from Ronan Kelleher leading up to Furlong's drive.

Salt was added to the wound when New Zealand went straight up the other end and took the lead through a Codie Taylor try.

After playing the large majority of the rugby in the half, Ireland fans were in disbelief at how they were trailing the All Blacks:

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