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England U20 saw their early Championship momentum halted by a 31–21 defeat to Ireland in a match defined by two very different halves. Dominant in the collisions and largely in control during the opening forty minutes, Andy Titterrell’s men were unable to maintain that grip after the break, as Irish efficiency — and a handful of pivotal refereeing calls — swung the contest decisively. It is a result that leaves a bitter taste and throws the title race wide open once again.