The [Ireland women’s rugby team](https://www.irishrugby.ie) will launch their WXV Global Series campaign against the United States at Tallaght Stadium, marking the official beginning of their journey toward the 2029 Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Head coach Scott Bemand views this fixture as a pivotal moment for his squad. “We’re at the start of a World Cup cycle now,” Bemand explained. “The Six Nations we wanted to keep the momentum from the World Cup going and this is the sort of turning of the page.”
Building Squad Depth
The Dublin clash represents an opportunity for Ireland to develop depth across their roster as they establish foundations for the next World Cup cycle. Beyond the opening match against the Americans, the team will continue their WXV Global Series campaign with fixtures in Galway and Cork before traveling to South Africa.
Momentum from Six Nations
Ireland enters the competition following a strong finish to their Six Nations campaign, which Bemand’s side used to maintain the momentum generated from their recent World Cup performance. The upcoming series offers the coaching staff and players a chance to build on that platform while integrating fresh talent into the international setup.
Players including second row Sam Monaghan will be central to Ireland’s ambitions during this competition window. The WXV Global Series provides the squad with meaningful international rugby across multiple venues, testing their preparations ahead of a demanding calendar.