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McClean strikes as Ireland see off Austria

James McClean struck for the third time in two World Cup qualifiers to keep Republic of Ireland firmly on track for the 2018 World Cup.
May 17, 2023, 12:53 am - PA Sport

Match Timeline

Austria
Republic of Ireland
  • KO
  • 24
  • 44
  • HT
  • 48
  • 53
  • 57
  • 71
  • 72
  • 73
  • 78
  • 78
  • 85
  • FT

Match Commentary

90'+5'
Second Half ends, Austria 0, Republic of Ireland 1.
90'+4'
Attempt missed. Marc Janko (Austria) header from very close range misses to the right. Assisted by Julian Baumgartlinger.
90'+4'
Attempt missed. Julian Baumgartlinger (Austria) right footed shot from the right side of the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by David Alaba with a cross.
Match Stats
AUTIRL
Possession
65.1%
34.965.1
34.9%
Shots on Goal
6
2
Shot Attempts
17
8
Yellow Cards
2
2
Corner Kicks
6
6
Saves
1
6