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Ireland edge Poland in World Cup qualifier

Carla Ward's side delivered a disciplined performance to record their second successive win against Poland, putting them in a strong position for the remainder of the qualifying group.

Denise O'Sullivan was instrumental in the midfield but will miss the crucial June qualifier against the Netherlands due to a yellow card suspension.

Poland struggled to create clear-cut chances against a resolute Irish defense led by Anna Patten.

The result provides a significant boost to Ireland's hopes of securing an automatic place in the 2027 tournament in Brazil.

Ward delighted with 'proper Irish performance' RTE — Apr 18, 16:57 PM
Sheva on target as Ireland shade Poland once again RTE — Apr 18, 16:38 PM
Marissa Sheva strike keeps Ireland on right World Cup track as Carla Ward’s side make it back-to-back wins Irish Independent — Apr 18, 16:38 PM
Denise O’Sullivan powers Ireland to World Cup qualifier win over Poland Irish Times — Apr 18, 16:24 PM
Ireland player ratings: Anna Patten and Emily Murphy shine again as Poland are beaten at the Aviva Stadium Irish Independent — Apr 18, 16:22 PM
Denise O’Sullivan ‘gutted’ to miss June World Cup qualifier at Páirc Uí Chaoimh Irish Times — Apr 18, 17:59 PM
‘I'm really gutted’ – Cork’s Denise O’Sullivan reveals despair as she is ruled out of Páirc Uí Chaoimh clash i Irish Independent — Apr 18, 17:56 PM

Republic of Ireland women's national football team
Women's national football team representing the Republic of Ireland

Marissa Sheva
Irish-American soccer player

Aviva Stadium
Football and rugby stadium in Dublin

Carla Ward
English footballer

Denise O'Sullivan
Irish association football player