Ireland go head to head with reigning champions England at Elm Park in Dublin today knowing that a share of the spoils will give them the crown.

They have moved into pole position with another magnificent display against Wales following their 8-0 whitewash of Scotland on the opening day of the round-robin series.

Ireland managed only to halve the foursomes session 1½-1½ but they then produced truly champagne golf in the singles and eventually triumphed 6-2.

Their charge towards victory was led by Laura Webb who swept to an 8&7 win over Welsh seniors champion Christine Harries.

Gertie McMullen overcame left-hander Sharon Roberts by 3&2 in a game in which McMullen only took control late on.

Suzanne Corcoran saw off Ann Lewis on the penultimate hole and the experienced Pat Doran defeated Patricia Fernon 4&3.