Ireland genuinely believe they can beat us – RennieImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, New Zealand are unbeaten at Eden Park in 52 games ByJana McCabeBBC Sport NI journalistPublished22 minutes agoNew Zealand head coach Dave Rennie stated his players are “well aware of Ireland’s ability” as the two teams prepare to meet in Saturday’s Nations Championship match in Auckland.Andy Farrell’s side have registered two bonus-point wins so far, while the All Blacks are also undefeated in the Nations Championship after wins against Italy and France.Ireland have never won before at Eden Park and are aiming to end New Zealand’s impressive 52-game unbeaten run at the venue (kick-off 08:10 BST).”There’s a healthy amount of respect for the Irish. We’re well aware of their ability and they’ll come in and genuinely believe they can beat us,” Rennie told media in the build-up to the game.”They’re very well coached and so they’ll be well prepared. They’re very skilful, their forwards have got a really good short passing game. They’ll ask lots of questions of us there and at set-piece.”Defensively, their ability to fill the field [is strong]. They are a good side and you have got to be patient in an effort to break them down.”Figure caption, Highlights: Ireland secure bonus-point win over JapanNations Championship: Tries and tribulations
