FT: Ireland 1-2 FranceWhat a finish as Ireland are inches from a leveller at the death with Denise O'Sullivan's effort cleared off the line! It would have been a deserved point for Carla Ward's side but they begin the campaign empty handed after Melvine's Malard's brace secured a big three points for the top seeds. It's an away clash against the Netherlands next for Ireland on Saturday night. Stay tuned for David Kelly's match report from Tallaght and all the latest reaction to tonight's opening World Cup qualifier.

Source: Irish Independent March 03, 2026 22:55 UTC