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Loughman came off the bench against Australia as a replacement for Tom O’Toole, who has started both games at loose-head prop. <\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Leinster’s Jimmy O’Brien has impressed on the wing during Baloucoune’s absence.<\/p>\n
“The form obviously comes into it,” added attack coach Goodman when asked about selection.<\/p>\n
“There’s been some guys, like Jimmy [O’Brien], there was a much-improved performance from him from Australia to Japan.<\/p>\n
“It’s great to see Jacob [Stockdale] back who hadn’t played for eight to 10 weeks with his injury at the end of the season for Ulster.”<\/p>\n
Ireland will be aiming to end New Zealand’s unbeaten run at Eden Park which stretches back to 1994 and register their first victory at the venue. <\/p>\n
Farrell’s side have won their past six matches but have lost the past three meetings with New Zealand. <\/p>\n
“Eden Park, we know the history of the stadium, and it is probably the home of New Zealand rugby team, and we are excited about playing here,” said New Zealand-born Goodman. <\/p>\n
“Also having the opportunity to put our best foot forward and put a performance on we are going to be really proud of.<\/p>\n
“It has been about preparation and mentality building every day and I know there is a big narrative about [New Zealand’s] streak, but for us it is about day to day.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n