Australia defeat Ireland in first international AFLW clash
Australia defeated Ireland 91-41 in the first-ever international AFLW match held in Sydney. The game featured a mix of players from both nations, highlighting the growing global reach of the Australian Football women's league.
Why it matters
This match marks a significant milestone in the internationalization of women's Australian rules football and strengthens sporting ties between Australia and Ireland.
Australia secured a resounding victory over Ireland in the first ever AFLW game between the countries on Saturday, winning 91-41 in Sydney.
With a burgeoning number of Irish players competing in the Australian Football women’s league, the AFLW confirmed an international fixture would be played ahead of the upcoming season, the two teams featuring players from Australia and Ireland respectively.
Colin O’Riordan – a former Tipperary footballer who in December became the first Irish person appointed to a senior coaching role in the Australian leagues – named a 25-strong Ireland squad in June, drawing players from 13 counties who represent 12 different clubs in the AFLW.
Blaithin Bogue is on fire for Ireland, snapping it goal perfectly on the run 💪 pic.twitter.com/YRvcOiqP4S
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