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Ireland beat France in Euro 2025 qualifier
Eileen Gleeson’s team earned a memorable win over the number-two-ranked side in the world.
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Ireland 3
France 1
IRELAND EARNED a memorable 3-1 win over France in their final group-stage Euro 2025 qualifier at Páirc Uí Chaoimh today.
Denise O’Sullivan, Julie-Ann Russell and Anna Patten got the goals for the hosts, while Vicki Becho scored a consolation for Hervé Renard’s side.
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