The gap between Ireland and France is closing and victory on Sunday would represent major progress
Aoife Wafer, who makes a timely return to the Ireland back-row, warms up before the Pool C clash with New Zealand. Photo: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile
Ding, ding – time for knockouts!
Now, however, the gloves are off as well as all bets – because this is when it really matters. Sandy Park in Exeter will play host to Ireland tomorrow for the first time in the tournament as they come to blows with familiar foes France in their Rugby World Cup quarter-final.