The teams have been announced for Ireland Women’s WRWC2017 do or die pool match against France at the UCD Bowl on Thursday Evening, kick off 19:45.
Tom Tierney has made another high risk selection, choosing to rely on Sevens Squad members in the back line. It’s a tactic that has not proved successful in the previous two outings and it’s likely to be an area of attack for the talented French side.
It may not matter, as Ireland will have to win this game up front if they are to stand any chance, and in that regard, they have “almost” selected their strongest starting pack. The return of Marie Louise Reilly will solidify the line out, for sure, giving Ireland the opportunity to engage their maul but they cant afford to carry any passengers and unfortunately I think they do.
So is there any chance for Ireland? Well yes. France could be over confident and get caught cold by an Irish pack playing to the . . .
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