Ireland pay the penalty as Matildas edge Sydney battle
The Republic of Ireland's FIFA Women’s World Cup debut ended in a spirited 1-0 defeat to co-hosts Australia at the Accor Stadium in Sydney.
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The Republic of Ireland's FIFA Women’s World Cup debut ended in a spirited 1-0 defeat to co-hosts Australia at the Accor Stadium in Sydney.
Women's World Cup Australia v Republic of Ireland, kick-off 11am Irish time
International swansongs will be a major theme during the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup.
Bigger, bolder and breaking new ground, the Women's World Cup kicks off in Australia and New Zealand on Thursday and Ireland are straight into the action as they take on one of the host nations in Sydney on the opening day.
The Women's World Cup is finally here. In just over 24 hours, the Republic of Ireland will take their rightful place in history.
Conan Byrne and RTÉ Sport online's Anthony Pyne in Sydney join Raf Diallo to talk about the leading contenders and dark horses for the FIFA Women's World Cup and the latest news regarding Denise O'Sullivan's fitness ahead of the Republic of Ireland's opener against Australia.
Republic of Ireland international Megan Campbell is confident that "tough nut" Denise O'Sullivan will overcome her current injury setback and make it back in time for the Girls in Green's FIFA Women's World Cup against hosts Australia on Thursday.