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flag Ireland coach Andy Farrell defended players amid online backlash, saying fans supported the substitution of fly-half Sam Prendergast for Jack Crowley after a 20-13 win over Italy.

flag Head coach Andy Farrell condemned online critics, calling them "keyboard warriors," after Ireland's 20-13 Six Nations win over Italy, denying that fans booed fly-half Sam Prendergast when he was replaced by Jack Crowley. flag Farrell said the crowd's noise was in support of Crowley’s introduction, praising his composure and contributions, including a conversion and penalty, despite a missed late kick. flag He acknowledged Prendergast’s frustration after missing two simple conversions but emphasized that such moments are part of player development. flag Farrell urged fans to support players rather than attack them, warning that online negativity harms young athletes. flag The ongoing debate over Ireland’s fly-half role, now contested between Prendergast and Crowley, has drawn comparisons to past rivalries, but Farrell stressed unity and growth, especially after a loss to France, as Ireland prepares for a tough match against England.

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