Czechia 2-2 Republic of Ireland (aet, 4-3 pens): Kovar penalty heroics decide World Cup play-off tie

The Republic of Ireland saw their World Cup dreams ended in heartbreaking fashion as they lost 4-3 on penalties to Czechia, having squandered a 2-0 lead to draw their play-off semi-final 2-2. Ireland raced into a 2-0 lead inside the first 23 minutes, with Troy Parrott continuing his international hot streak before Matej Kovar scored [] The post Czechia 2-2 Republic of Ireland (aet, 4-3 pens): Kovar penalty heroics decide World Cup play-off tie appeared first on Soccer News.