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24 August 2025; Stacey Flood of Ireland during the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 Pool C match between Ireland and Japan at Franklin's Gardens in Northampton, England. Photo by Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Flood banking on Olympic experience ahead of NZ rematch

Between the strong Irish support expected to travel to Brighton, and the likelihood of neutrals siding with the underdog, the majority of Sunday's bumper crowd will probably be surfing the green wave.

Rugby • 06 Sep

14 August 2025; Stacey Flood poses for a portrait during an Ireland Women Rugby media conference at the IRFU High Performance Centre in Dublin. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Flood: We can't be afraid of what people think of us

Ireland full-back Stacey Flood insists the team will embrace the pressure that comes with a higher profile in the Rugby World Cup.

Rugby • 21 Aug

Stacey Flood

One of the mainstays in Ireland squads of late, Stacey Flood has been adaptable and dependable since her debut in 2021.

profiles • 15 Aug

Stacey Flood starts at full-back for Ireland on Saturday

Flood: There's no ceiling on this Irish team

Don't even attempt to tell Stacey Flood that Saturday's visit of England is a foregone conclusion.

Rugby • 11 Apr

Stacey Flood: 'The Irish fans would love it because it's an outdoor party all day'

'Gruesome to play, incredible to watch' - Flood

Stacey Flood hopes that Ireland women's Seven debut at the Olympic Games can resonate with the public and boost the game in the country.

Rugby • 18 Jul 24

Stacey Flood

Rathmines native Stacey Flood's dedication to the sevens squad rewarded with Olympic selection after making her debut for the national squad in 2015.

Rugby • 22 Jul 24

Stacey Flood is appearing at her second Sevens World Cup

Flood confident Ireland can kick on at Sevens World Cup

Ireland have enjoyed their best season on the Sevens circuit but Stacey Flood believes the best is yet to come.

Rugby • 08 Sep 22

Flood has earned seven caps in the 15s game since her debut last year

Briggs appointment is important for the game - Flood

When Stacey Flood talks about the daily routine of playing both Sevens and 15-a-side rugby, the out-half describes the process as "seamless enough".

Rugby • 18 Feb 22

Stacey Flood says she's looking forward to working with new head coach Greg McWilliams

Flood pleased with standalone Women's Six Nations

Ireland out-half Stacey Flood says the decision to keep the Women's Six Nations in a standalone window is "hugely beneficial" for the game.

Rugby • 28 Oct 21

The IRFU is reviewing the incident at Donnybrook

'Things need to improve' - Inter-pro fallout continues

Ireland internationals Stacey Flood and Sam Monaghan have both given their thoughts on the changing conditions provided to Connacht and Ulster's players for their Inter-pro meeting in Donnybrook last Saturday.

Rugby • 16 Sep 21

Stacey Flood kicked five points in a player of the match performance against Italy

Far from straightforward but 10 jersey 'not cursed'

Adam Griggs says it's important that more experienced players help out his new out-half as Ireland bid to qualify for next year's Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.

Rugby • 09 Sep 21

Stacey Flood (r) and Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe will start their first games for Ireland tomorrow

Flood can bring the 'flair' - Griggs

Adam Griggs says new out-half Stacey Flood will add some flair to the Irish backline when they take on Italy in Donnybrook on Saturday.

Rugby • 22 Apr 21

Stacey Flood

Flood banking on Olympic experience ahead of NZ rematch

Flood: We can't be afraid of what people think of us

Stacey Flood

Flood: There's no ceiling on this Irish team

'Gruesome to play, incredible to watch' - Flood

Stacey Flood

Flood confident Ireland can kick on at Sevens World Cup

Briggs appointment is important for the game - Flood

Flood pleased with standalone Women's Six Nations

'Things need to improve' - Inter-pro fallout continues

Far from straightforward but 10 jersey 'not cursed'

Flood can bring the 'flair' - Griggs

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