Pauw proud of Ireland after narrow loss in World Cup debut
Ireland may have opened their World Cup debut with a 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, but coach Vera Pauw was proud of her 22nd-ranked team.
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Australia captain Kerr ruled out of two World Cup games with injury
Stand-in captain Steph Catley said Sam Kerr still played a vital role in Australia's 1-0 win over Ireland, despite the totemic striker being ruled out of the Women's World Cup opener by injury.
Versatile prop Trevor still in Bok plans, says Bok coach Nienaber as Ox still on the mend
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber said versatile prop Trevor Nyakane is still in the selection mix, while powerhouse loosehead prop Retshegofaditswe 'Ox' Nche continues to recover from his pectoral muscle injury.
New Zealand stun Norway and secure historic Women's World Cup victory
Hannah Wilkinson's goal at the start of the second half secured co-hosts New Zealand a sensational 1-0 victory over Norway in the opening game of the 2023 Women's World Cup on Thursday.
Steph Catley spot on as Australia earn narrow Women's World Cup opening win over Ireland
Republic of Ireland's first ever appearance at the finals ended in defeat as Steph Catley's second-half penalty earned co-hosts Australia a 1-0 win in Sydney.
Courtney Brosnan says playing for Ireland gives her ‘connection’ to family
Goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan is certain her grandparents would be beaming with pride had they had lived long enough to see her play in Ireland’s World Cup debut.
Australia's Ikitau sidelined with shoulder injury
Australia have suffered a major blow as they continue their preparations for the World Cup after outside centre Len Ikitau was ruled out for six to eight weeks with a fractured scapula in his shoulder.
Undeterred by All Black setback, Nienaber believes Springboks have found plenty of answers
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber said they received the answers they were looking for in their two Rugby Championship fixtures despite their 35-20 loss to the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday.