Edel McMahon Captains Ireland Against Italy in Six Nations Clash

Ireland's women's rugby team has made three changes ahead of their Six Nations match against Italy in Parma on Sunday. Captain Edel McMahon returns to the starting lineup as blindside flanker, while Aoibheann Reilly starts at scrum-half after her recent recovery from injury, and Fiona Tuite replaces Dorothy Wall in the second row. Head coach Scott Bemand expressed confidence in his team following their narrow 27-15 loss to France, emphasizing the challenge posed by Italy, who also suffered a defeat in their opening match. The squad aims to improve their performance and secure a win against the Azzurre, who have beaten Ireland in their last two encounters. The match will take place at the Stadio Sergio Lanfranchi, and kickoff is scheduled for 3 PM local time.