Pauw proud of Ireland after narrow loss in World Cup debut
Ireland may have opened their World Cup debut with a 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia, but coach Vera Pauw was proud of her 22nd-ranked team.
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Steph Catley ensured co-hosts Australia opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland despite the absence of star striker Sam Kerr.
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Coach Pauw proud of Ireland's narrow debut loss to Australia
SYDNEY : Underdogs Ireland may have opened their World Cup debut with a 1-0 loss to co-hosts Australia on Thursday, but coach Vera Pauw was proud of her 22nd-ranked team.