IRELAND WOMEN SUFFERED defeat in their opening two games of the World Rugby 7s, but recovered to beat Fiji in the final group tie.
After disappointing losses to France and Canada, Ireland put in a clinical display to secure a 59-7 win over Fiji. Tomorrow’s playoff opponents will be confirmed after the final games are played today.
The tournament is taking place in Glendale, Colorado in the US.
In the opening game, Ireland fell to France on a scoreline of 21-12. Ireland trailed by 14-7 at half-time and were unable to turn things around in the second period.
PEP TALK for @IrishRugby as they head into the second half vs. France at #USAW7s. Ireland trails 14-7. #WATCH (U.S. only) 👉 https://t.co/6ZzLP9XmG6 pic.twitter.com/sQUg2fT27P
— FloRugby (@FloRugby) October 20, 2018
In the second tie of the competition, Lucy Mulhall and Stacey Flood bagged tries but were unable to prevent Canada claiming victory.
The Canadians ran out 24-12 winners in the Pool C clash.
Canada come out the right side of the result in Ireland’s second game at the Glendale 7s, winning 24-12.
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) October 20, 2018
Lucy Mulhall and Stacey Flood with Ireland’s tries.
Final game of Day 1 is against Fiji at 10.58pm Irish time.
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All games are streamed live on Facebook and Youtube.
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