The sense of deflation was palpable. The Republic of Ireland's players sank to their haunches as the Austrian supporters massed behind the goal pierced the sub-zero evening with their celebrations. Giovanni Trapattoni's men had almost been able to touch three precious World Cup qualifying points. They had almost closed the door on Austria. But hard luck stories have limited appeal and David Alaba's last-gasp blast, with a mere 90 seconds of injury-time to play, packed a brutal punch. Ireland's m...
Republic of Ireland 2-2 Austria | World Cup qualifier Group C match report
The Guardian - 26 Mar 2013 23:58
The sense of deflation was palpable. The Republic of Ireland's players sank to their haunches as the Austrian supporters massed behind the goal pierced the sub-zero evening with their celebrations. Giovanni Trapattoni's men had almost been able to touch three precious World Cup qualifying points. They had almost closed the door on Austria. But hard luck stories have limited appeal and David Alaba's last-gasp blast, with a mere 90 seconds of injury-time to play, packed a brutal punch. Ireland's m...
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