Winger Josh Adams has highlighted the “significant task” facing Wales when they travel to face defending Six Nations champions Ireland on February 24.
Andy Farrell’s team are on track to win their second successive Grand Slam after winning against France and Italy.
In contrast, winless Wales suffered narrow defeats to Scotland and England.
“Ireland is probably one of the most difficult places to get to right now,” Adams said.
“This is a monumental task for us given the way they have come together and performed as a team over the last couple of years, but it is something we have to look forward to.
“We have to fight again and show the same character as we did against England, but we have to be more clinical if we are going to damage the team.”
Ireland are ranked second in the world and have won 19 of the last 20 international competitions, including 10 consecutive Six Nations titles.
They are aiming to become the first team in the Six Nations era to win back-to-back Grand Slams.
Ireland started the year with a record 38-17 away win against Marseille and went on to a comfortable 36-0 win against Italy despite resting some of their key players.
The win against Italy was Ireland’s 17th successive home win, but Wales have not won a Six Nations match in Dublin since 2012. They have also lost nine of their last 10 matches in the tournament.
“It’s important to keep our spirits up against a team like Ireland. They’re a settled team at the moment,” Adams said.
“They haven’t had any major upsets in the World Cup. They’re probably one of the most ruthless teams in world rugby at the moment.
“They take every chance they get. They pressure very well. It’s going to be key for us to do our thing right.”
“It’s good that we have two weeks until the start. It will be beneficial. It’s going to be a difficult task, but we’re going to tackle it head on.”
Wales led England 14-5 at half-time at Twickenham but couldn’t claim victory after giving Scotland a 27-point lead and falling just short of losing 27-26.
“Our performance in the first half was better than last week,” Adams said.
“It’s not often you come to Twickenham and go into half-time with a score like that. “We were happy but we just couldn’t keep the pressure on.
“The first half went well, but the second half didn’t seem to go well. We had some chances to get on the scoreboard but couldn’t convert them.
“Just because we’re a young team and a team that just came together, you can’t be satisfied with a loss, especially after taking a lead like that.
“This is international rugby and you have to be relentless when you get the chance, that’s what makes the best team.
“We have to try to be a team that takes chances even when we have our feet down our throats to keep it going and keep the pressure on the scoreboard.
“It’s disappointing because we should have won that game.”
Head coach Warren Gatland urged the Welsh people to be patient with the young and inexperienced side.
This follows past successes including a Grand Slam, Six Nations title and a World Cup semi-final appearance.
“As a Welsh team, we have had success over the years,” Adams said.
“It’s a young team. But I think they are who they are.” [Welsh public] Please understand the situation.
“This team is trying to get better every day. They work very hard. Sometimes things don’t go the way you want them to.
“It’s a shame we didn’t win, but I know the Welsh people and fans will always support us no matter what, which is why we will fight so hard for them. ”
Adams, 28, praised the influence of Cardiff team-mates Cameron Wynnett and Alex Mann, who impressed in his first two games for Wales.
Full-back Wynnett, 21, is a sure thing, while flanker Mann, 22, has scored two tries in two games, with Gatland filling the gaps left by Leigh Halfpenny and Liam Williams. It is recorded.
“While this opportunity may not have necessarily come straight away, given my club’s performance at Cardiff this season, it’s positive that we’ve found someone who deserves it,” Adams said.
“They are both working at their own pace. Manny is energetic and working very hard.
“The amazing thing about Cam is that nothing seems to faze him. That’s a trait that sometimes takes time, but he seems to have figured it out quickly. That’s a good sign and he has a positive future.”