The Republic of Ireland’s behind-closed-doors match against Colombia ahead of the Women’s World Cup was abandoned after 20 minutes because game became ‘overly physical’.
Vera Pauw’s Republic of Ireland team open their campaign against Canada in 10 days’ time (Picture: Gettywas abandoned after 20 minutes because game became ‘overly physical’.
“The game, which was held in Meakin Park, Brisbane, became overly physical and it was decided, following consultation with the match officials, to end the game. Vera Pauw’s Ireland team are also set to face Canada in Perth on July 26 and then Nigeria in Brisbane five days later, as the Girls in Green play at a major tournament finals for the first time in their history.
Mary Fowler scored Australia’s winning goal in their World Cup warm-up win over France (Picture: Getty0
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