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Codling added: “I’m not working directly with her, but in terms of running, she joined in with the lineouts, that gives an indication that she’s on track and going really well.”<\/p>\n
Codling also said Ireland are “looking after” Edel McMahon after the co-captain sat out part of Wednesday’s training session. <\/p>\n
Having missed both warm-up games, McMahon managed 75 minutes in the win over Japan. <\/p>\n
“It’s important for us as a coaching group, we’re managing loads of players and she’s obviously been out for a while,” explained Codling. <\/p>\n
“She was exceptional at the weekend so we’re looking after her and making sure she is fit and ready.”<\/p>\n
Spain opened their World Cup campaign with a 54-8 loss to holders New Zealand, but ran Ireland close in their WXV3 meeting in 2023 after winning the 2021 World Cup qualifier between the sides. <\/p>\n
Spain are ranked 13th in the world, eight places below Ireland, but Codling insists “a piece of paper has never won games”. <\/p>\n
“I think we treat everyone the same, for lots of different reasons. Certainly, they are a team that will challenge us. <\/p>\n
“They have got a lot of Sevens players in the group, and you could see against New Zealand, if you give them space and time they will hurt you.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n