China end Ireland's World Cup hopes

The Irish women’s hockey team’s hopes of making the World Cup Finals were shattered this afternoon.

Thu, 04 May, 2006 - 17:16

The Irish women’s hockey team’s hopes of making the World Cup Finals were shattered this afternoon.

They suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to top seeds China in their crossover game at the qualifying tournament in Rome today, meaning China advance to contest the play off for the final World Cup spot.

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