Ireland Faces Scotland in Women's Six Nations Finale Without Injured Star Aoife Wafer

Ireland prepares for a crucial Women's Six Nations match against Scotland, missing key player Aoife Wafer due to injury.

Ireland's Strategy Without Aoife Wafer

Ireland's head coach, Scott Bemand, has made strategic adjustments to the lineup for the upcoming Women's Six Nations match against Scotland. Unfortunately, the team will be without Aoife Wafer, who sustained a knee injury in the previous game against Wales.

New Faces in the Lineup

Munster's Aoife Corey is set to make her debut at full-back, replacing Stacey Flood who moves to the bench. Additionally, Vicky Elmes Kinlan has been promoted from the replacements to start on the wing, marking her first Six Nations start.

Front Row Adjustments

Niamh O'Dowd returns to the loose-head prop position, joining Neve Jones and Linda Djougang in the front row. This adjustment aims to strengthen Ireland's scrum against a formidable Scottish pack.

Midfield and Back Row Changes

With Wafer out, Fiona Tuite steps into the second row alongside Ruth Campbell, while Dorothy Wall shifts to blind-side flanker. Brittany Hogan will take over the number eight position, with captain Edel McMahon continuing her role at open-side flanker.

Scotland's Strengthened Squad

Scotland has bolstered their squad with the return of captain Rachel Malcolm and scrum-half Leia Brebner-Holden, setting the stage for a highly competitive match.

Ireland's Road to Victory

Ireland is aiming for their third away win of the campaign, having already secured victories against Italy and Wales. The team's resilience and adaptability will be crucial in this final showdown.

Full Lineup

  • Ireland: Corey; Elmes Kinlan, Dalton, Breen, Costigan; O'Brien, Scuffil-McCabe; O'Dowd, Jones, Djougang, Campbell, Tuite, Wall, McMahon (capt), Hogan.
  • Replacements: Moloney, McGrath, Haney, Clohessy, Boles, Lane, Higgins, Flood.

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