Eve Higgins was the key figure in scoring a crucial try, leading Ireland to a 42-14 victory over Japan in the start of their participation in the World Cup.<\/p>\n
Japan, ranked eleventh in the world, six places below Ireland, starred in an intense fight at Franklin’s Gardens stadium, seeking to reduce a 28-14 disadvantage.<\/p>\n
Just when Japan seemed close to scoring again, Higgins intercepted a pass and ran the entire court to score. This blow was difficult for Japan to take, which failed to recover.<\/p>\n
Ireland demonstrated their strength by overcoming a difficult Group C opponent, taking advantage of their physical superiority. Initial handling errors prevented them from taking the lead before Amee-Leigh Costigan’s try in the fifth minute.<\/p>\n
Japan conceded ground in the contacts, and to demonstrate Ireland’s physical superiority, they scored a try after a maul, finished by Neve Jones.<\/p>\n
The Japanese managed to get close, showing skill and athleticism with the ball, dominating some moments of the first half, with Haruka Hirotsu scoring near the try line.<\/p>\n
Ireland reacted with attacks that allowed them to pull away on the scoreboard, with Costigan and Beibhinn Parsons combining for a dynamic try, and Fiona Tuite taking advantage of Higgins’ footwork in midfield.<\/p>\n
Japan’s maul took control at the start of the second half, allowing Masami Kawamura to score, but another promising offensive ended against the strong Irish defense.<\/p>\n
The best attack of the match came from Japan, using speed, agility and good handling, creating opportunities, until Higgins appeared at the crucial moment.<\/p>\n
This setback was painful for Japan, who counted on the support of the public in Franklin’s Gardens, and conceded another try to Enya Breen, with Ireland finishing strongly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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