Ireland v Wales Talking points: Another chance to inspire next generation goes amiss

Goodnight Eileen? VAR Farce?

A young fan watches the closing stages of the game. Pic: ©INPHO/James Crombie

Missed opportunity

The Republic of Ireland’s Women’s National Team may never again suffer heartbreak like they did when they were beaten 1-0 by Ukraine, which all but ended their hopes of reaching Euro 2022. But this comes close.