Edel McMahon is confident that Ireland’s preparation for the upcoming WXV title decider against Spain at Dubai’s The Sevens Stadium complex has been comprehensive.
The team is well-prepared and motivated to compete for a title, a rare opportunity for the international group. The co-captain acknowledged the importance of the game but emphasized the team’s focus on training and improving their performance.
Ireland enters the final round with 10 points, just one ahead of Spain. Both teams have displayed strong performances, with Ireland excelling in areas like lineouts, scrums, ruck speed, and open play. McMahon is determined to maintain their impressive defensive standards in the upcoming match against the reigning Rugby Europe Women’s champions.
Despite a previous loss to Spain in a Rugby World Cup qualifier, McMahon believes the team’s focus is on the present and their current preparation. She is confident that their hard work and acclimatization to the conditions in Dubai have put them in a good position for the challenge.
The upcoming match with Spain marks the nations’ 11th Test meeting, and with both teams experiencing ups and downs recently, it promises to be a closely-fought encounter. McMahon expressed confidence in Ireland’s preparedness and emphasized the team’s awareness of the opposition.
In addition to experienced players, the team welcomes younger talents like Aoife Wafer, who is set to make her second international appearance. McMahon praised Wafer’s dedication and intensity during training and highlighted the positive impact of the coaching reign under Scott Bemand, who introduced new caps in the early rounds of the tournament.
The Ireland team values the experience of away trips, as they bring the players closer together both on and off the pitch. The tournament has provided valuable learning opportunities and a sense of professionalism for the squad.
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