Connacht Women v Ulster Women Match Preview
A comprehensive overview of the upcoming clash between these two fierce rivals
When is the match being played?
The match is scheduled to be played on the 26th August 2024.
Where will the match be played?
The match will be played at the home of Connacht Women's rugby, the Sportsground in Galway.
Who are the teams involved?
The match will be contested between Connacht Women and Ulster Women, two of the most successful teams in the Irish women's rugby league.
Who are the favorites to win?
Connacht Women are the slight favorites to win the match, having won the last two encounters between the two sides.
What are the key stats?
- Connacht Women have won their last two matches against Ulster Women.
- Ulster Women have not won a match against Connacht Women since 2019.
- Connacht Women are the current Women's All-Ireland League champions.
What are the key matchups?
- Connacht Women's scrum-half Zara Tierney versus Ulster Women's scrum-half Nicole Fowley: Tierney is one of the most experienced scrum-halves in the Irish women's game, while Fowley is a rising star who has been capped several times by the Ireland U20s.
- Connacht Women's center Paula Fitzpatrick versus Ulster Women's center Chloe Jacquet: Fitzpatrick is one of the most dangerous attackers in the league, while Jacquet is a strong defender who will be looking to shut down the Connacht attack.
- Connacht Women's fullback Aoife McDermott versus Ulster Women's fullback Paula Fitzpatrick: McDermott is a safe and reliable fullback, while Fitzgerald is a counter-attacking threat who can also score tries.
Who are the players to watch?
- Connacht Women: Zara Tierney, Paula Fitzpatrick, Aoife McDermott
- Ulster Women: Nicole Fowley, Chloe Jacquet, Paula Fitzpatrick
What are the betting odds?
Connacht Women are 1.60 favorites to win the match, while Ulster Women are 2.30 underdogs.
What are the predictions?
- Connacht Women will win the match by a score of 24-10.
- Zara Tierney will be named player of the match.
- The match will be a tight and competitive contest, but Connacht Women will ultimately prevail.
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