Green Falcons Arrive in Canada Ahead of Crucial Ireland Test in Women’s Rugby League World Series

Nigeria’s women’s national rugby league team, the Green Falcons, have officially landed in Canada as they prepare for a crucial semi-final showdown against Ireland in the Women’s Rugby League World Series. This pivotal fixture marks a major milestone for Nigeria Rugby League, as victory would move the team one step closer to securing a place at the 2026 Women’s Rugby League World Cup.

The Green Falcons Ireland Test promises to be a defining moment, with the winner advancing to the World Series Final. In the other semi-final, host nation Canada will battle Fiji, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend of world-class rugby action.

Confidence within the Nigerian camp is at an all-time high after an intense preparation phase in Lagos. The team wrapped up their training with two convincing wins over Ghana—an emphatic 40–0 victory followed by a 24–8 triumph. According to the Nigeria Rugby League Association (NRLA), these performances showcased the team’s technical improvement, growing chemistry, and mental strength heading into the global competition.

Head coach Bolu Fagborun leads a 19-player squad packed with both experience and emerging talent. Captain Success Iyoha will anchor the side alongside standout players Blessing Funmilayo Aladeyelu, Endurance Ukwuoma, Blessing Umude, and Shondell Akhabue. The squad departed Lagos on October 17 and is now in Canada focusing on strategy, set plays, and team synergy before the all-important semi-final.

With the Green Falcons determined to make history, the NRLA has expressed confidence that the team will represent Nigeria with pride and skill on the international stage. As the Green Falcons Ireland Test approaches, anticipation builds for a performance that could cement Nigeria’s status as one of Africa’s rising forces in women’s rugby league.