Higgins returns for Ireland to face Wales
Summary
Ireland’s women’s rugby team will play Wales at home in the Women’s Six Nations tournament with one change in their starting players. Eve Higgins returns to the team, replacing Nancy McGillivray, as Ireland aims to secure their second home win this season.Key Facts
- Ireland’s head coach is Scott Bemand.
- Eve Higgins replaces Nancy McGillivray at centre for the match against Wales.
- Ireland lost 26-7 to France two weeks ago and 33-12 to England earlier in the tournament.
- Wales has lost their first three games against Scotland, France, and England.
- Stacey Flood continues as full-back; Beibhinn Parsons and Robyn O’Connor are on the wings.
- Ireland’s captain is Erin King, playing in the back row.
- The team’s bench includes new player Niamh Gallagher, who will make her debut.
- Ireland wants to improve after a break week and get back on track with a home win.
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