Late goals flatten Ireland as Spain come back in Antwerp

CLOSE CONTEST: Ireland’s Ben Ryder evades Marc Recasens. Pic: World Sport Pics

Two late goals in the final quarter were the difference in Ireland’s second-last match of the FIH Pro League against Spain today. 

Ireland led on two occasions, with Johnny McKee opening the scoring after just three minutes, and Lee Cole restoring Ireland’s lead from the spot in the second quarter. A trio of goals in the final quarter, a brace from Nicolas Alvarez and a penalty corner from Pepe Cunill saw Spain secure the win with a late comeback.