Ireland secures consecutive victories over Japan in football matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 4:39 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Ireland achieved back-to-back wins against Japan, scoring 31-24 in Galway last week and 43-19 at Virgin Media Park. Beibhinn Parsons, who became Ireland's all-time record try-scorer, highlighted the team's depth following successful performances from new caps. Ireland will face South Africa for two upcoming WXV Tests.
- •Ireland defeated Japan 43-19 following a 31-24 win last week.
- •Beibhinn Parsons extended her try-scoring record to 25.
- •New caps Alana McInerney and Sophie Barrett scored tries.
- •Ireland will play two WXV Tests against South Africa soon.
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Ireland 'building their depth' - Parsons
"Beibhinn Parsons says Ireland are building their depth well as they complete a double success over Japan in consecutive weeks.
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