EPA/ETIENNE LAURENT

France coast to friendly win over Ireland

Olivier Giroud and Nabil Fekir staked their claims for France's World Cup opener as they struck to condemn the Republic of Ireland to a 2-0 defeat.
May 17, 2023, 12:30 am - PA Sport

Match Timeline

France
Republic of Ireland
  • KO
  • 21
  • 40
  • 43
  • HT
  • 59
  • 63
  • 64
  • 69
  • 70
  • 77
  • 80
  • 82
  • 82
  • FT

Match Commentary

90'+4'
Match ends, France 2, Republic of Ireland 0.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, France 2, Republic of Ireland 0.
90'+3'
Corner, Republic of Ireland. Conceded by Steve Mandanda.
Match Stats
FRAIRL
Possession
76%
2476
24%
Shots on Goal
8
1
Shot Attempts
18
5
Yellow Cards
0
2
Corner Kicks
9
2
Saves
1
6