The shadow of Thierry Henry loomed over Ambrit Stadium as Ireland took on France, a crucial game for the former World Champions after losing their first two matches.A scoreless first half was notable for some fine goalkeeping from both Christian and Danilo and the second half began with a cracking goal from Giovanni after the ball was moved quickly from Francesco G to Mattia J. Ireland equalised quickly through Leo after a sustained period of pressure but Francesco G put Giovanni through again and he scored after his first shot came back off the bar. Francesco himself made it 3-1 on the break and Emilio pulled one back after Leo chested the ball down to him on the edge of the area. Some fine performances today from Mattia J in a new defensive position, from Andrea Ooi and especially from Christian.
PLAYER OF THE MATCH POINTS: Christian 8, Andrea Ooi 3, Jonathan 3, Giovanni 3, Mattia J 1, Emilio 1, Andrea S 1, Joshua 1
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