Ciara Griffin says the players were disappointed by comments earlier this week by Anthony Eddy.

Ireland women's team captain Ciara Griffin says the players were disappointed by comments earlier this week by Anthony Eddy.

The IRFU's Director of Women's and Sevens Rugby appeared to blame the players for Ireland's failure to qualify for the World Cup.

Griffin says Eddy has apologised for the remarks.

Ireland are preparing for a clash with the USA tomorrow evening, before a meeting with Japan next week