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Irish origins of World Cup penalty drama

Roberto Baggio lifting his penalty high and wide against Brazil in the 1994 World Cup final, Chris Waddle nearly booting the ball out of the Stadio delle Alpi in 1990 as England bowed out to West Germany, heck, even Diana Ross causing red faces at the World Cup USA opening ceremony – they all have a man from Armagh to thank for their moment of infamy.

Late Byrne penalty sees Ireland hold on v Australia

A memorable year ends with the most forgettable of wins.

Late penalty gives Georgian stunning victory over Wales

CARDIFF: Replacement flyhalf Luka Matkava, a 21-year-old playing his second international, landed a 77th-minute penalty to earn Georgia a famous 13-12 victory over a ragged Wales in Cardiff on Saturday (Nov 19).

Last-gasp penalty sends Portugal to Rugby World Cup

Portugal secured a World Cup place for only the second time in their history with the last kick of a 16-16 draw with the United States in the final qualification tournament.

Dennis misses penalty as Portugal hammers Nigeria 4-0

Portugal had a perfect send forth in Lisbon on their way to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar as they beat Nigeria 4-0 in their last warm up game before the Copa Mundial.