Canadian rugby coach Francois Ratier has high hopes for Women’s World Cup
For Canadian coach Francois Ratier, the 2017 Women’s Rugby World Cup marks an end to one chapter of his working life.
The French-born Ratier, who now calls Montreal home, took the Canadian women to the final in 2014 when they lost 21-9 to England. He hopes to go one better this time in his final tournament at the helm.
Canada, currently ranked third in the world, opens Wednesday against No. 23 Hong Kong at the 12-team tournament in Ireland. Group games against No. 9 Wales and No. 2 New Zealand follow.
Ratier firmly believes if his side plays to its potential, it can beat any team in the world.