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Women’s World Cup: Ireland’s warm-up match against Colombia called off abruptly

Women’s World Cup: Ireland’s warm-up match against Colombia called off abruptly

The Republic of Ireland's behind-closed-doors Women's World Cup warm-up match against Colombia on Friday was called off after just 20 minutes for being "overly physical". The game, which was played in Brisbane, Australia, was disrupted after Irish midfielder Denise O'Sullivan suffered an injury following a “bang to the shin” amid rough tackles from both teams. The 29-year-old, who is one of Ireland's key players, was treated...

Women’s World Cup Group B: What to know about Australia, Canada, Nigeria & Republic of Ireland

Women’s World Cup Group B: What to know about Australia, Canada, Nigeria & Republic of Ireland

Group B of the biggest-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup houses perennial participants of the tournament like Australia (8th appearance), Canada (8th appearance), and Nigeria (9th appearance), along with debutants the Republic of Ireland. With the competition in New Zealand and Australia edging closer, Afrosport takes a look into the four teams with a keen interest in their previous achievements, current FIFA ranking, and recent results.  ...