Saturday Sport: John O'Shea takes charge of Ireland for first time
In a busy day of sport, Ireland's women get their Six Nations campaign underway, while John O'Shea takes charge of Ireland for the first time.
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Women's Six Nations: France v Ireland – All you need to know
Ireland kick off their Guinness Women’s Six Nations campaign against France on Saturday afternoon and face an incredibly tough task in taking on Les Bleues, currently ranked third in the world, compared to Ireland's tenth.
John McKee: Béibhinn Parsons can be among world's 'great wings'
Béibhinn Parsons can be "one of the great wingers in world rugby" but Ireland have to feed the Galway flyer.
Ireland hopeful that Monaghan fit to face Italy after missing out against France due to concussion
Ireland are hopeful that Sam Monaghan will be fit for next weekend's Guinness Women’s Six Nations match against Italy after missing out against France on Saturday due to concussion.
Scott Bemand hands Ireland debut to Corrigan against France
Katie Corrigan will make her Ireland debut against France in Saturday's Guinness Women’s Six Nations opener, while Sevens players Béibhinn Parsons and Eve Higgins are in the starting XV.
Snow and sunburn - Sam Monaghan braced for France welcome
Sam Monaghan knows exactly what to expect when Ireland run out at the Stade Marie-Marvingt to begin their Guinness Women's Six Nations campaign against France and is ready to embrace the challenge.
Edel McMahon: Past results not a true reflection of Ireland
Edel McMahon believes Ireland have put last year's Guinness Women's Six Nations wooden spoon behind them, and are better placed to contend for a top three finish in 2024.
Scott Bemand: Ireland to 'fire some shots' at France on Saturday
Scott Bemand says he expects Ireland to "fire some shots" at France in this Saturday's opening round of the Guinness Women's Six Nations.