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In pics: Ireland's heartbreaking defeat against England in WRWC semi-final
The dream of seeing Philip Doyle bow out after a World Cup final was dashed in emphatic style by England.
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Aug 13th 2014, 7:24 PM
Ireland's World Cup dream comes crashing down under English control
Fiona Coghlan’s side were well beaten in the semi-final at Stade Jean-Bouin, Paris.
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Aug 13th 2014, 6:47 PM
Ireland's Niamh Briggs nominated for IRB World Player of the Year
The 29-year-old UL Bohemians and Munster fullback is on a four-player shortlist.
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Aug 13th 2014, 1:20 PM
5 key areas for Ireland in their World Cup semi-final against England
Tackles, maul, scrum, counter-attack and the closing quarter will all be crucial in Paris.
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Aug 13th 2014, 12:14 PM
Ireland is absolutely pumped for the RWC semi-final against England
The Women’s Rugby World Cup semi-final kicks off at five this afternoon, where will you be watching?
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Aug 13th 2014, 11:31 AM
World Cup semi-final feels like just another step for Ireland's history makers
Fiona Coghlan and her squad believe that this evening’s clash with England is not a finishing point.
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Aug 13th 2014, 7:47 AM
The side between Ireland and a World Cup final; who are the English women's rugby team?
It’s a massive day for our women’s rugby side.
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Aug 13th 2014, 12:06 AM
Doyle reverts to tried and tested XV for semi-final clash with England
Ireland Women will start with the same side that defeated the Black Ferns last week.
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Aug 12th 2014, 11:59 AM
Ireland wing Miller hoping to spark back three for World Cup semi-final
The former Laois footballer says the range of sports she has played is of great benefit.
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Aug 12th 2014, 8:00 AM
Analysis: Ireland show depth to seal first-ever World Cup semi-final
We’ve picked apart the tries Lynne Cantwell’s team scored in their final pool fixture against Kazakhstan
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Aug 11th 2014, 3:49 PM
Opinion: Women's rugby deserves better than lazy and damaging stereotypes
Niamh Horan’s feature in The Sunday Independent about training with a women’s rugby team was a wasted opportunity, writes Sindo columnist Katy Harrington.
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Aug 10th 2014, 9:05 PM
In pictures: Irish women in relaxed mood as they enjoy down day in Paris
What World Cup semi-final against England?
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Aug 10th 2014, 7:21 PM
Ireland Women will face England in Rugby World Cup semi-final
Bring it.
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Aug 9th 2014, 9:29 PM
Fleming's lung-bursting try and more great pictures as Ireland Women win again
Philip Doyle’s side made hard work of Kazakhstan, but they’re in the semi-finals.
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Aug 9th 2014, 2:48 PM
Ireland Women finish strong against Kazakhstan and book place in first World Cup semi-final
Philip Doyle’s side overcame a difficult opening to make history yet again.
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Aug 9th 2014, 1:48 PM
Ireland can make history (again) today by reaching Women's RWC semi-final
First though, they have to beat Kazakhstan.
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Aug 9th 2014, 12:05 AM
Snapshot: Craddock and Ireland tuning up for Kazakh clash
Ireland’s tighthead prop is a ‘piano mover’ and a guitar player.
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Aug 8th 2014, 5:18 PM
Cantwell captain as Ireland Women make 10 changes after New Zealand victory
The centre’s partnership with Grace Davitt will continue for the third game in eight days.
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Aug 8th 2014, 12:00 PM
Analysis: Black Ferns broken by Ireland's clever attacking at World Cup
Niamh Briggs and co. delivered an intelligent and varied attacking display during their momentous victory.
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Aug 7th 2014, 8:59 PM
Analysis: Ireland's defence lays foundation for historic World Cup win
Work rate, intelligence and breakdown technique were all vital components against New Zealand.
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Aug 7th 2014, 11:56 AM
World Cup star Briggs takes inspiration from Wilkinson and ROG
The fullback tells TheScore.ie about her rugby journey and place-kicking skills.
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Aug 6th 2014, 3:09 PM
Close shave for Women's Rugby S&C coach after All Blacks vow
Marian Earls initially promised to shave her head if the Irish stunned New Zealand.
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Aug 6th 2014, 2:00 PM
'We could have panicked, but that's just not us' -- Ireland's try-scoring hero Alison Miller
‘We knew we had them’, says the flying winger of the four-time world champions.
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Aug 6th 2014, 8:00 AM
'We knew we had the ability': Fantastic captain Coghlan takes historic win in her stride
“We knew what we were going to do; we were going to go back up there and score and take control of the game.”
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Aug 5th 2014, 10:19 PM
16 images from Ireland's amazing World Cup win over the Black Ferns
Outta the way, Kazakhstan. We’re headed for the semi-finals.
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Aug 5th 2014, 8:16 PM
Slightly bitter All Blacks and the rest of Twitter's reaction to Ireland's win over New Zealand
They’re calling us favourites to win the whole thing now.
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Aug 5th 2014, 7:27 PM
Ireland Women produce superb display of controlled aggression to shock champions New Zealand
A brilliant display of place-kicking from Niamh Briggs puts Ireland top of Pool B.
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Aug 5th 2014, 7:00 PM
Here's the New Zealand women's haka before their World Cup clash with Ireland
It seemed to do Ireland more good than the reigning champs.
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Aug 5th 2014, 5:17 PM
Here's a quick recap of Ireland and NZ's form ahead of today's World Cup clash
“They’re world champions four times in a row, but they have been beaten,” says captain Fiona Coghlan.
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Aug 5th 2014, 12:05 AM
Brilliant cross-field kick leads top 5 tries from opening round of Women's Rugby World Cup
Marion Lievre’s effort against Wales topped the pile.
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Aug 4th 2014, 6:57 PM
Just the one change for Ireland Women ahead of World Cup clash with New Zealand
Paula Fitzpatrick will come into Ireland’s back row for one of the game’s toughest tests.
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Aug 4th 2014, 12:18 PM
In pics: Ireland Women claim hard-fought win over USA
Featuring leprechauns, hardcore fans and the rampaging Jenny Murphy.
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Aug 1st 2014, 6:48 PM
Brilliant Briggs helps Ireland Women to crucial World Cup win over USA
Bring on the Black Ferns.
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Aug 1st 2014, 5:50 PM
I went to every Ireland game at 2010 World Cup and thought 'I should be out there'
Kerrie Ann Craddock made her Ireland debut at the age of 29 but is eager to make up for lost time.
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Jul 24th 2014, 7:30 AM
Irish scrum-half Tania Rosser on returning to rugby three months after giving birth
The New Zealand-born player is back in the international fold after four years away from the game.
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Jul 23rd 2014, 2:17 PM
Coghlan captains 26-strong Ireland Women's squad for World Cup
‘Women’s rugby is at an all-time high in Ireland,’ says head coach Philip Doyle.
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Jul 1st 2014, 3:00 PM
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