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Women's World Cup: Ireland and Portugal advance to next playoff rounds
The Republic of Ireland and Portugal have secured victories in their respective FIFA Women's World Cup 2027 European qualifying play-offs, moving one step closer to the tournament in Brazil.
In Cork, the Republic of Ireland defeated Kazakhstan 4-0, securing a 12-0 aggregate victory following their previous 8-0 win in Astana. Goals from Jessie Stapleton, Katie McCabe, Lucy Quinn, and Denise O'Sullivan sealed the win. Ireland will now face Poland in a two-legged playoff in December, with the decisive second leg scheduled for December 5th at the Aviva Stadium.
Portugal advanced by defeating Northern Ireland in Portimão. Despite trailing early in the match, Portugal secured a 3-1 victory with goals from Carolina Santiago, Jéssica Silva, and Carole Costa, building on their 4-0 win from the first leg. Portugal will move on to face Iceland in the final playoff round to determine qualification for the World Cup.
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FIFA · Francisco Neto · Katie McCabe · Northern Ireland Women's National Football Team · Portimão Municipal Stadium · Portugal Women's National Football Team · Republic of Ireland women's national football team · Tatiana Pinto