England Names New-Look Squad for Women's Six Nations Opener Against Ireland

England's rugby team, led by Meg Jones, is set to kick off their Guinness Six Nations title defense against Ireland at the Allianz Stadium. The team features seven players from the World Cup final victory over Canada, including Jones, who takes charge for the first time after replacing former captain Zoe Stratford. The Red Roses return to action for the first time as World Champions, with a record-breaking crowd of over 75,000 fans expected to attend the match. England head coach John Mitchell expressed his excitement for the tournament, stating that the players are ready to express themselves and that success in the competition has to be earned every time. The team's captain, Meg Jones, also shared her enthusiasm for the occasion, emphasizing the importance of entertaining the fans and providing a product that people want to come back and watch. Ireland, led by captain Erin King, will provide a strong opposition, with several experienced players, including Cliodhna Moloney-MacDonald, who is set to reach the milestone of 50 Test caps. The match promises to be an exciting encounter between two talented teams, with England aiming to win their eighth consecutive Six Nations title.