9 tweets that define Ireland's match against Wales

Wales put an end to Ireland’s nine-match unbeaten home run, and Paul O’Connell waved goodbye to Ireland fans, having played his last game on Irish soil.

Sat, 29 Aug, 2015 - 18:16

Here are some tweets from the day.

'One More Time' Here is the @IrishRugby jersey @Paul_OConnell will wear on his home appearance for Ireland today pic.twitter.com/Nf7SkCV4Fw
— Inpho Photography (@Inphosports) August 29, 2015

Here's a quick behind the scenes as @Paul_OConnell shares a joke with his @IrishRugby teammates a short time ago! pic.twitter.com/mEqB1lF1ow
— Inpho Photography (@Inphosports) August 29, 2015

Unreal picture from the first half between #IRFU and Wales! #IREvWAL #ShoulderToShoulder pic.twitter.com/N1sT3iKty8
— sportsfile (@sportsfile) August 29, 2015

Paul O'Connell hearing the Irish national anthem for the last time on Irish soil as Ireland captain. #sportlive pic.twitter.com/0JyAGTM3nH via
— Irish Examiner Sport (@ExaminerSport) August 29, 2015

With you all the way. Have a great day Paulie #IREvWAL pic.twitter.com/zfwNldDUMr
— sportsfile (@sportsfile) August 29, 2015

'Fearless!!' Did you see that high ball @KearneyRob went after?! @IrishRugby pic.twitter.com/r1mEOwlmAQ
— Inpho Photography (@Inphosports) August 29, 2015

We know he loves you too! Great message Jennifer. Old pals are best. #IREvWAL pic.twitter.com/7EbFNrMjDQ
— sportsfile (@sportsfile) August 29, 2015

You never like to see a player go off injured, but we're glad @KEITHEARLS87 was able to give the crowd the thumbs up! pic.twitter.com/N6mGr9S4ix
— Inpho Photography (@Inphosports) August 29, 2015