Síofra O’Connell and Aisling Reidy have signed to Carlton’s AFLW rookie list for 2025.

Both originating from County Clare in Ireland, O’Connell and Reidy grew up together, playing Gaelic for Doora-Barefield and even attended University of Limerick together, alongside Carlton’s Erone Fitzpatrick.

The pair caught the eye of Carlton’s recruiters who then travelled to Ireland conducting multiple skills sessions and interviews.

In this Episode of Aussie Rules The World Team Podcast, Troy and Greg update and discuss latest results and news from around the world.

In this Episode of Aussie Rules The World Team Podcast, Troy, Greg, and Adam update and discuss latest results and news from footy around the world. In this epsode we get an AFLW Irish update when Mike Currane, who has been integral to the growth of Irish players in the AFLW, joins the team.

Lisa Wilson, the coach, Lisa Wilson, the player is involved in many facets of Aussie Rules in Germany. Coaching the womens national team to helping grow the sport in the region. Lisa's story is one of passion and acknowledges her journey from stumbling on the sport to still playing and coaching today.

Celina Gratton, a standout member of the Ulster Kookaburras, is an inspiring and dedicated champion of women's footy. Her passion and innovative approach to growing the game extend beyond her club, influencing women's Aussie Rules football across Europe.

Celina not only brings great ideas for clubs looking to recruit more players, but she also shares her own captivating journey in the sport. Her commitment and enthusiasm make her a vital force in advancing the game for women everywhere.

AFL France have named their men's team, the France Coqs, for the 2024 Transatlantic Cup to be held in Toronto from August 3rd.

The coach of the French team is Jason Quinn,.  

The squad is as follows

France have named their women's team, the France Gauloises, for the 2024 Transatlantic Cup to be held in Toronto from August 2nd.  

The coach of the Gauloises is Clement Petiot.                    

The squad is as follows

AFL Ireland men's national team the Irish Warriors has been announced to compete in the 2024 Transatlantic Cup that will be held in Toronto from August 3rd. 

Eoin O’SUILLEABHAIN is the coach of the Irish Warriors team.

The squad is as follows.

AFL Ireland women's national team the Irish Banshees has been announced to compete in the 2024 Transatlantic Cup that will be held in Toronto from August 2nd. 

Shane Beggan is the coach of the Irish Banshees team.

The squad is as follows.

I have been informed that two friendlies/tests were played in London on or around 22nd June 2024 between Ireland, Great Britain and France.

One match: that of Ireland v France was played as a full 18-a-side, 4 quarters match, and all the players nationals, making it eligible for World Ranking inclusion.

Ireland defeated France 13 14 (92) to 3 1 (19)