'Huge moment for the legacy of' Ireland women's hockey as Green Army book World Cup spot

Anna O’Flanagan’s poacher’s double propelled the Irish women to a second successive World Cup appearance, crucially firing home the winner with 11 minutes to go against Wales
'Huge moment for the legacy of' Ireland women's hockey as Green Army book World Cup spot

The Ireland team celebrate with the EuroHockey trophy after winning the tournament and qualifying for the World Cup. Picture: INPHO/Giuseppe Fama

Ireland 2 (A O’Flanagan 2) Wales 1 (I Howell)

Anna O’Flanagan’s poacher’s double propelled the Irish women to a second successive World Cup appearance, crucially firing home the winner with 11 minutes to go against Wales in Pisa.

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