Controversial Clash: Republic of Ireland's Friendly Aborted Midway Over Violent Encounter
Republic of Ireland's friendly with Colombia suspended due to excessively aggressive play, resulting in Denise OSullivan's injury OSullivan, a vital player in Ireland's Women's World Cup squad, was taken to the hospital for a shin injury Scan results to be disclosed Saturday World Cup schedule details?
Ireland's Women's World Cup warm-up match against Colombia was cancelled after 20 minutes due to excessive physicality. The decision was made after several rough challenges during the game, according to the PA news agency.
After the game was abruptly halted in Brisbane, Denise O'Sullivan, the Irish midfielder, was promptly rushed to the hospital due to a collision impacting her shin. The outcome of her medical scan is expected to be revealed on Saturday morning.
Following the untimely conclusion of the match, the Republic team engaged in a comprehensive training session.
O'Sullivan's injury setback occurs only six days prior to the start of the Republic's Women's World Cup campaign. Vera Pauw's team is set to open the tournament on July 20th against co-hosts Australia. O'Sullivan, a prominent player in the North Carolina Courage club in the United States, holds a crucial role in the team, along with Katie McCabe, the midfielder from Arsenal.
What is the World Cup schedule?
The group stage is set to commence on July 20 and will span a duration of two weeks, concluding on August 3. During this period, the group winners and runners-up will advance to the round of 16, which is scheduled to take place from August 5 to August 8.The quarter-finals are slated to occur on August 11 and 12, with Wellington, Auckland, Brisbane, and Sydney being the designated host cities.
The first semi-final will be held in Auckland on August 15, followed by the second semi-final at Accor Stadium in Sydney on August 16. The final will also take place at Accor Stadium on August 20. Prior to the final, a third-place play-off will be held in Brisbane on August 19.
