Irish girls lose in dramatic circumstances

Ireland’s women discovered that form is no guarantee for success as they lost the final of the Atlantic Cup 3-2 to a last-minute golden goal by USA captain Tracey Fuchs in Virginia.

Irish girls lose in dramatic circumstances

Ireland’s women discovered that form is no guarantee for success as they lost the final of the Atlantic Cup 3-2 to a last-minute golden goal by USA captain Tracey Fuchs in Virginia.

Having won all three group games – including a convincing victory over the hosts – Ireland started brightly and Lynsey McVicker scored her fourth goal in as many games in the 24th minute after running the length of the pitch.

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