France spoil the party as they find their rhythm 

Katie McCabe was subbed off after a half hour clutching her ankle, the scare was downgraded to a precaution afterwards.

ANKLE INJURY: Katie McCabe leaves the field with an injury during the women's international friendly match between Republic of Ireland and France at Tallaght Stadium. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

IRELAND 0 FRANCE 3 (Maelle Lakrar 45+1, 61, Eugénie Le Sommer 45+3)

If reports are to be believed, Vera Pauw has attached stereotypes to English and American folk but there can be no disputing the finesse which characterised France ruining her World Cup sendoff friendly.