Ireland’s WWC warm-up match off after ‘overly physical’ play

The Republic of Ireland’s ultimate warm-up match forward of the Women’s World Cup, towards Colombia, was known as off after 20 minutes attributable to it turning into “overly physical.”

A press release from the FAI mentioned the match was deserted after session with the officers bringing a halt to the behind-closed-doors conflict in Australia at Meakin Park, Brisbane.

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Sources advised ESPN that Ireland’s Denise O’Sullivan was taken to hospital for therapy on a shin harm after a collection of sturdy challenges.

The FAI’s assertion learn: “The behind-closed-doors game between the Ireland Women’s National Team and Colombia on Friday evening was ended after 20 minutes of play.

“The recreation, which was held in Meakin Park, Brisbane, grew to become overly bodily and it was determined, following session with the match officers, to finish the sport.

“The Ireland team then underwent a full training session to continue preparations for their opening game in FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, against Australia in Sydney on July 20.”

It was Ireland’s ultimate warm-up match forward of their World Cup opener towards Australia on July 20.

The Colombian FA also released a statement which mentioned the Irish staff “preferred not to continue” and added “we follow the rules of fair play.”