Ireland Women Open 2025 Rugby World Cup Against Japan

Ireland's Women's Rugby team will kick off their 2025 World Cup campaign against Japan at Franklin's Gardens in Northampton on August 24. Following this, they will face Spain on August 31 at the same venue, and conclude their pool matches against the reigning champions New Zealand on September 7 at Brighton and Hove Albion Stadium. The top two teams from Pool C will progress to the quarter-finals, with Ireland eyeing a return to the tournament after missing out in 2021. The team recently achieved an unexpected victory over New Zealand in a WXV1 match in Vancouver, boosting their confidence. Fans can apply for World Cup tickets from November 5 to November 19. The tournament begins on August 22, 2025, with England playing the USA in the opening match.