The World Cup dream is dead but Ireland's responsibilities to Uefa's qualifiying process don't end with defeat to Czechia on penalties. Next up is a 'friendly' with North Macedonia on Tuesday at Aviva Stadium (7.45pm). The North Madeconians were also defeated at the 'semi-final' stage, losing 4-0 to Denmark last night.

Source: Irish Examiner March 27, 2026 14:57 UTC