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All you need to know about Ireland's World Cup group opponents

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The women's World Cup begins on July 20th with Ireland in attendance for the first time in history. Ireland will feature in Group B alongside Nigeria, Australia and Canada.

Fifa ranking: 22nd (as of June 9th) Nickname: The Girls in Green Coach: Vera Pauw Odds: 200-1 (William Hill) Ireland earned five wins in eight games, including a record 11-0 victory over Georgia, in Group A of the Uefa qualifiers, finishing second behind Sweden to enter the playoffs.

In the playoffs, they beat Scotland 1-0 to seal qualification for their first major tournament. Ireland have never previously played at the World Cup or the European Championship.

Ireland have been drawn in a tough Group B featuring hosts Australia, Olympic champions Canada and 11-time Women's Africa Cup of Nations winners Nigeria.

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