Ireland face Australia after loss to hosts Belgium

Frustration abounded for the Irish men as they lost 2-1 to hosts Belgium in their final World League Round 3 group match in Antwerp.

The result leaves Ireland facing world number one side Australia on Wednesday in the tournament’s quarter-final — with victory securing qualification for the next year’s Olympic Games in Rio.

But Craig Fulton’s side were left furious after five video referrals went against them, at least three of which were highly contentious.