WATCH: Ireland scrum coach Greg Feek previews this weekend’s game with Italy

Ireland get their on field preparations for the Rugby World Cup underway on Saturday when Italy visit the Aviva Stadium.

Joe Schmidt’s side have put in trojan work in the lead up to this game and will be looking to build some confidence after a poor Six Nations campaign.

Ireland Rugby Squad Training, Carton House, Co. Kildare 6/8/2019 Tadhg Beirne Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Ahead of the game against an Italian side that have been preparing at the University of Limerick all week, Ireland scrum coach Greg Feek spoke about the fixture.

“Things are looking pretty good at the moment. We are just picking a team that is best for this week. Some guys might get an opportunity to get their chance now.

“It has no relevance on importance whether it’s now, or in the other two games coming up.”

Click below to watch the full video with Greg Feek courtesy of the IRFU and Irish Rugby TV on YouTube.

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