Birthday girl Brittany steers Irish girls to victory over Italy

22 September 2021

KILLINCHY’S Brittany Hogan had a 23rd birthday to remember as she helped Ireland to victory over Italy in the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Brittany featured as a second half substitute as Ireland kept their qualifying hopes alive with a vital 15-7 win over the hosts in Parma.

Ireland had endured a nightmare start to their campaign after losing against underdogs Spain in what was a lacklustre performance from the girls in green.

This loss meant they had to defeat the in-form Italians who recently enjoyed a scalp of their own, defeating Scotland by a score of 38-13.

However, tries from wingers Beibhinn Parsons and Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe were enough to guide Ireland to a crucial win, which moves them into second place in the table.

The group couldn’t be closer with all four teams on five points, with points scored making the difference.

This Saturday the all-important final round of qualifiers will commence, starting with Italy against Spain before Brittany and her Ireland teammates face off against Scotland at 6pm.

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