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    A much improved performance - but British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell knows there's lots to work on ahead of the first test against the Wallabies

    A much improved performance - but British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell knows there's lots to work on ahead of the first test against the Wallabies


    After a loss to Argentina last week - the combined outfit have pulled away in the second spell for a 54-7 win over Super Rugby side the Force in Perth.



    The Lions now head for Brisbane for a clash with the Reds on Wednesday night.

    The first test is in Brisbane on July 19.

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