Ireland head coach Scott Bemand talks to his players after Saturday’s defeat to England in Twickenham. Photo: Shauna Clinton/Sportsfile
Head coach Scott Bemand is adamant he wants Ireland to be seen as World Cup contenders in four years’ time.
Ireland were beaten 33-12 by world champions England in their opening game of the 2026 Women’s Six Nations on Saturday. The result leaves Ireland fifth in the table, just above Italy who come to Galway next Saturday.