Ireland Women's squad announced for historic Autumn International

The Ireland Women’s rugby squad to play England women in a historic first Autumn International match has been named.

The squad named has representatives from over a dozen Irish clubs and five established international players based outside Ireland, including Heather O’Brien and Paula Fitzpatrick who are currently playing with Stade Toulousian.

Niamh Briggs remains as captain for the squad but there are also ten new names making their debut at international level.