Early goal defeats Ireland again but more encouraging signs ahead of World Cup qualifiers
Vera Pauw’s side suffered a 1-0 loss against Belgium.
By Sinead Farrell
Sunday 11 Apr 2021, 9:02 PM
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Katie McCabe has a penalty denied after a tackle from Kassandra Missipo.
Image: Patrick Smets/INPHO
Image: Patrick Smets/INPHO
A SECOND SUCCESSIVE friendly defeat, but more positives to build on for the Republic of Ireland as they continue their preparations for the World Cup qualifiers.
A 14th-minute volley from Tine De Caigny was the solitary goal of the night as Belgium — who are ranked 17th in the world — overcame Vera Pauw’s outfit in the King Baudouin Stadium. It was Ireland’s second 1-0 defeat of the week after losing out to Denmark on Thursday.