<text>  Saturdays RBS Six Nations clash between Wales and Ireland will be played under an open roof at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. Wales assistant coach Rob Howley confirmed during a press conference on Thursday that the roof would be open. Even if Ireland had wanted the roof closed, it now makes no difference. A general view of the Millennium Stadium, which will host Saturdays match between Wales and Ireland . Wales assistant coach Rob Howley speaks to the media during a press conference on Thursday . If there is disagreement between the teams, then the roof stays open. It can be only closed if both sides agree. During Warren Gatlands coaching regime, Wales have consistently preferred a closed roof option, but that will not be the case this weekend. Its open, Howley said. Weve taken the decision it will be open. We wanted to know sooner, rather than later. The weather forecast is pretty good for the weekend, and its something which we will look forward to. Wales players prepare for Saturdays match during a training session in Cardiff earlier this week . Wales coach Warren Gatland looks on as his team train at the Vale Hotel in Cardiff on Tuesday . 