Irleand U21's hopes in disarray after Italy drubbing

Ireland’s U21 Euro ambitions are in disarray after Italy inflicted a heavy defeat on Noel King’s side last night despite them racing into an early lead.

Irleand U21's hopes in disarray after Italy drubbing
Fri, 25 Mar, 2016 - 00:00

An own-goal at the Waterford RSC, created by Jack Byrne in front of Martin O’Neill and Roy Keane, put the hosts ahead on 17 minutes before Italy turned the game around with a brace before the break and another pair in the second half.

The loss leaves Ireland trailing Italy by seven points and needing to beat Slovenia on Monday to have any hope of salvaging second place.

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