‘It’s a nightmare sitting next to him’ – one couple on where their passions lie when Ireland take on England

Rivalry reaches fever pitch in the Fingleton household ahead of today’s big Six Nations clash

Married couple Kyra, from England, and Barry, from Ireland, will be supporting opposing teams today. Photo: Mark Condren

Arlene Harris

Irish rugby fans will be on the edge of their seats for today’s much-anticipated Six Nations clash between England and Ireland at Twickenham at 4.45.

As fans kit themselves out in green from head to toe, tensions will be running high in living rooms and pubs across the country as Andy Farrell’s men look to make it four wins from four in this year’s championship as they pursue a second successive Grand Slam.