The smile on Joe Schmidt's face really says it all. For the first time in 111 years and 29 games, Ireland have beaten the All Blacks.
For many players it closes the lid on so many close encounters over the years - especially that 2013 game.
It was clearly evident after the game just how much the win meant to the players and management.
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