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Japan 20-36 Ireland: Scoreline flattered Irish admits 'relieved' head coach Andy Farrell

Ireland secured a 36-20 victory against Japan in the Nations Championship following a debut performance by Sean Jansen.

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The brief

Ireland defeated Japan 36-20 in a Nations Championship match held in Newcastle. The win included a bonus point and featured an appearance by debutant Sean Jansen, who scored during the game.

Coverage from the BBC, RTE.ie, ESPN, and 10TV emphasizes the nature of the win, with Ireland head coach Andy Farrell describing himself as "relieved" and stating the final scoreline flattered his team. Yahoo Sports provided reporting on broadcast access for the match.

Future developments depend on the upcoming schedule for the Nations Championship. Coverage does not yet specify the next opponents for either team.

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Quick answers

What was the final score of the match?

Ireland defeated Japan 36-20.

Who stood out for Ireland during the game?

Sean Jansen scored during his debut appearance.

Where did the match take place?

The match was held in Newcastle.

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Ireland Japan Nations Championship Rugby Sean Jansen

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