Thrilling comeback win for Ireland against Spain

Anna O’Flanagan’s goal three minutes from time saw Ireland’s women snatch a thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Spain, earning a share of the spoils from their four-match series in Malaga.

Following a 3-1 loss on Saturday, Graham Shaw’s side looked on course to lose the series when they trailed 2-0 yesterday to goals from Carmen Cano and Lola Riera.

But this trip has revealed plenty of character — bouncing back from a 7-0 loss first up to win game two 2-0 — and the Irish girls got a lifeline when O’Flanagan slapped in a goal, mopping up after Hannah Matthews’ half-hit shot.