"They're both out for this first game definitely, we'll see where we are at for the second game. Denise picked up a knock on the knee on Saturday and Megan picked up a knock in training yesterday," Ward told RTE.
Murphy 'over the moon' with Republic of Ireland winner
Emily Murphy expressed her joy at scoring her first international goal, emphasizing the importance of being composed under pressure and the impact of substitutes.
We drew 0-0 against Brazil and there were superstars all over the pitch Cafu, Roberto Carlos, Ronaldinho, Kaka and guess what? I got man of the match!': Ex-Republic of Ireland striker recalls holding World Cup winners Brazil to a stalemate
Republic of Ireland held Brazil to a 0-0 draw in 2004, earning Morrison man of the match amidst a star-studded lineup.