Irish celebrities pay tribute after Ireland reach World Cup

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Irish celebrities pay tribute after Ireland reach World Cup
Irish celebrities pay tribute after Ireland reach World Cup

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Irish stars from across the country have rowed in behind the Girls in Green after Ireland qualified for their first-ever Women’s World Cup.

A single strike from Amber Barrett was all Vera Pauw’s side needed to best Scotland and book a spot in next summer’s finals.

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Ireland have never reached a major tournament but can now look forward to a trip over to Australia and New Zealand next June.

Amber Barrett, left, and Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan celebrate after the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Play-off match between Scotland and Republic of Ireland at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland. Pic:Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Momentum had been building up around the Girls in Green over the past few years, and their achievement has been met with an outpouring of support.

Some of the biggest names in Irish sport as well as some of the country’s most recognisable faces have been rowing in behind the team.

The draw for the World Cup will take place on October 22 and Ireland will be in the hat alongside the elite nations of world football.



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