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Ireland Faces Tough Challenge Against France in Women's Six Nations Opener

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Exciting updates from the intense showdown between France and Ireland in the Women's Six Nations! Follow the action and see how Ireland battles against the formidable French team.

The Women's Six Nations kicked off with an electrifying match between France and Ireland in Le Mans. Head coach Scott Bemand led Ireland into battle, hoping to start their campaign on a high note. The return of seasoned players like Béibhinn Parsons and Eve Higgins provided a boost of experience to the Irish team. Despite a valiant effort from Ireland, France showcased their prowess, securing a 38-17 victory at Stade Marie-Marvingt. The match was filled with thrilling moments, with both teams demonstrating skill and determination.

France's performance in the match highlighted their strength and depth, showing why they are a force to be reckoned with in the Women's Six Nations. The vibrant atmosphere and competitive spirit of the game left fans on the edge of their seats. While Ireland put up a strong fight, they couldn't match the power and precision of the French team. The victory for France sets the tone for an exciting tournament ahead, with other teams eager to challenge their dominance.

In the aftermath of the intense showdown, former rugby legend Brian O'Driscoll noted the growing excitement around women's rugby in Ireland. With England aiming for their fifth consecutive grand slam title, the competition is heating up. Despite the loss to France, Ireland's performance showed promise and determination, setting the stage for an intriguing season in the Women's Six Nations.

The match saw standout performances from players like Aoife Wafer and Aoife Dalton, who scored tries for Ireland. These players' contributions highlighted the talent and skill within the Irish team. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on the evolving dynamics between teams and the thrilling matchups yet to come.

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Women's Six Nations: France v Ireland updates (RTE.ie)

Follow all the action from Le Mans as Scott Bemand's Ireland opener their Guinness Six Nations campaign away to France.

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LIVE: France v Ireland, Women's Six Nations (The42)

Good tackle forces a knock-on from Bourdon Sansus. France win the ball back but cough up possession with a knock-on. Good defensive work from Christy Haney ...

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France v Ireland – Women's Six Nations opener (Independent.ie)

It's a new era under head coach Scott Bemand and the return of Béibhinn Parsons and Eve Higgins to Six Nations rugby will bring experience to the team. You can ...

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Ireland can't afford to fall further behind as the Women's Six Nations ... (Extra.ie)

There was a recurring theme at the launch of the Women's Six Nations. The competition may have a familiar favourite in England, with France also reliably ...

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Brian O'Driscoll Senses 'Air Of Excitement' Around Ireland's ... (Balls.ie)

A new era of women's rugby is starting to brew. England sit comfortably at the helm with sights set on winning a fifth consecutive grand slam title.

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France win opening Six Nations match despite a defiant defensive ... (RugbyPass)

The opening round of the 2024 Guinness Women's Six Nations kicked off with France emerging 38-17 winners over Ireland in Le Mans.

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France outplay Ireland in entertaining curtain-raiser to Women's Six ... (The Independent)

France earned their first win of the Six Nations campaign with an entertaining 38-17 victory over Ireland at Stade Marie-Marvingt.

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Ireland put in battling performance but France power to victory in Six ... (Irish Examiner)

WOMEN'S SIX NATIONS CHAMPIONSHIP: France 38 Ireland 17. Despite an encouraging end to the contest at Stade Marie-Marvingt in Le Mans, Ireland ultimately ...

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Saturday Sport: Ireland lose to France in Six Nations opener, Ireland ... (BreakingNews.ie)

Aoife Wafer and Aoife Dalton both scored tries for Ireland.

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France open women's Six Nations campaign with victory over Ireland (FRANCE 24)

Despite some hesitation, the French never looked in danger of suffering an upset, powered by a solid second-row partnership of Madoussou Fall and Manae ...

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French Dominate Determined Ireland In Women's Six Nations Opener (Balls.ie)

Ireland lost by 21 points to France in Le Mans but there were a lot of positives for Scott Bemand's team as they got their Six Nations campaign underway.

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Women's Six Nations 2024: Scotland end 20-year wait with historic ... (Eurosport.com)

Scotland claimed their first victory in Cardiff for 20 years with a nerve-shredding 20-18 triumph in their Women's Six Nations opener.

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Scotland survive late Wales comeback in Cardiff (BBC Sport)

Scotland survived a late Wales comeback to secure a first Women's Six Nations victory on Welsh soil in 20 years. Lleucu George missed a 79th minute ...

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Women's Six Nations 2024: Scotland edge out Wales for dramatic ... (Sky Sports)

A last minute chance for Wales to draw went wide as Scotland won 20-18 at Cardiff Arms Park in a dramatic Womens Six Nations match; Scotland Women recorded ...

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Women's Six Nations: history-makers Scotland deny Wales at the ... (The Offside Line)

Scotland's Sarah Bonar, Leah Bartlett and Rachel Malcolm in a maul against Wales. Image: Tom Maher / Inpho.

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Women's Six Nations 2024: Wales v Scotland Discussion Post ... (Scottish Rugby Blog)

Fan discussion page for Ireland vs Scotland in the 2024 Guinness Six Nations rugby tournament. Please note our comment policy.

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Scotland claim rare Wales away win in thrilling start to Women's Six ... (The Independent)

Scotland held on to claim a 20-18 victory over Wales in a nail-biting Women's Six Nations encounter at Cardiff Arms Park. In a dramatic finish to this ...

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Cunningham has no regrets after Wales defeat (BBC News)

Head coach Ioan Cunningham says he has no regrets after Wales' narrow Six Nations defeat to Scotland. Cunningham said his side "showed a lot of character" ...

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Women's Six Nations: Italy v England under way - watch & follow text (BBC News)

Watch BBC Two coverage and follow live text as defending champions England start their Women's Six Nations campaign in Italy.

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Italy v England: Women's Six Nations 2024 – live (The Guardian)

Minute-by-minute report: Will England carry on where they left off from last season's grand slam? Find out with Daniel Gallan.

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Ireland coach Bemand 'proud of effort' in France loss (BBC Sport)

Ireland coach Scott Bemand says his side "stuck at it for the whole game" in their opening 38-17 Six Nations defeat by France in Le Mans.

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Women's Six Nations 2024: Italy vs England's Red Roses in Parma ... (Sky Sports)

Tune into our live blog below for all the updates from Sundays Womens Six Nations Round 1 clash between Italy and Englands Red Roses in Parma; Red Roses ...

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Sub-par England thrash Italy despite red card in Women's Six Nations (Telegraph.co.uk)

The Red Roses' head coach has avidly spoken about the need for his side to “embrace pressure and unfairness” as they build towards a home World Cup next year, ...

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Live stream Italy v England: how to watch today's Women's Six ... (Rugby World)

How to watch an Italy v England live stream as the Red Roses get their 2024 Six Nations campaign underway in Parma today.

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England win Six Nations opener as Beckett sent off (BBC Sport)

A 14-player England side record a bonus-point win over Italy after Sarah Beckett's red card in their Women's Six Nations opener in Parma.

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England rout Italy despite early red in lacklustre Women's Six ... (The Guardian)

Sarah Beckett was given her marching orders in the 11th minute after the bunker review, being used for the first time in the tournament, upgraded her yellow ...

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England open Women's Six Nations defence with Italy mauling ... (The Independent)

Italy 0-48 England: Sarah Beckett was sent off in just the 11th minute as Marlie Packer won her 100th cap.

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England crush Italy in Women's Six Nations despite early red card (The42)

England number eight Sarah Beckett was sent off for using a “crocodile roll” to pull Italian centre Michela Sillari off a ruck after 10 minutes. Sillari ...

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