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The tie went to extra time and a controversial William Gallas goal enabled by captain Thierry Henry handling the ball twice made the score 2–1 on aggregate and France progressed to the World Cup at the Irish's expense.
The Republic of Ireland have appeared in the Men's FIFA World Cup on three occasions, in 1990, 1994, and 2002. They have always advanced from the group stage but have never advanced beyond the quarter-finals. Their first appearance was in Italy at the 1990 Men's FIFA World Cup.
Information about Ireland National Team and its appearances in the FIFA Soccer World Cup with stats of games, goals, top scorers, world cups played and won, best and worst performances and much more data.
Jun 6, 2009 · Richard Dunne's goal has given a gritty Ireland a vital draw against Bulgaria in Sofia
This was the first time an Irish player had scored more than one goal in total in the World Cup Finals. Robbie Keane eventually went on to score three goals in the competition. Also the first time Ireland scored more than once in a match at a major tournament.
Information about Ireland National Soccer Team and its performance in the FIFA World Cups with appearances in the WC, games, goals scored, history, standings and more.
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Nov 18, 2009 · William Gallas fired a relieved France into the World Cup finals as a controversial winner shattered the Republic of Ireland's brave resistance. The Arsenal defender struck from close range...
