The Republic of Ireland’s hopes of progressing to the knockout stages of the Women’s World Cup ended after losing to Canada on Wednesday at the rain-soaked Perth Rectangular Stadium, reports RTE.
Vera Pauw’s men played an excellent first half, taking the lead after just four minutes when Katie McCabe’s corner kick flew over goalkeeper Kylen Sheridan.
However, Megan Connolly’s first-half added-time own-time goal was compounded by Adriana Lyon’s effort seven minutes into the second half.
The Green girls had tom avoid defeat to keep their ambitions of sneaking into the last 16 alive, Bbt a night that began with such unbridled promise ended in tears and regret.
Ireland Women will head home after their final group game against Nigeria in Brisbane on Monday, reports RTE.
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