Canadian women feeling confident as they head to Ireland for Rugby World Cup
TORONTO — Canada heads to the Women’s Rugby World Cup ranked third in the world and believing it can take down the top two if it plays to its potential.
“I think we feel very prepared,” said veteran winger Elissa Alarie. “There’s this calm confidence that’s in the air.”
The Canadian women were beaten 21-9 by England in the final of the last World Cup three years ago in France. The two teams had tied 13-13 in pool play.
Canada, currently rated behind No. 2 New Zealand and No. 1 England, was slated to fly to Ireland late Wednesday after a sendoff Tuesday night in front of sponsors and supporters.