New manager believes Ireland overachieved by qualifying for 2023 World Cup
“overachieved” by qualifying for the 2023 World Cup and they are currently undergoing a “transition period and building with a younger squad” according to the new women’s head coach
“Yes it is a reality check,” said Ward. “We have to be realistic about were we are at as a nation. There’s no harm in saying I believe it was an over-achievement to get to the last World Cup. The defeat in Koper damages the FAI and Ward’s stated goal of qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil as Slovenia are now in pole position to be promoted to Nations League A with four matches remaining. Necla Gungor’s side visit Ireland on June 3rd.
The importance of promotion cannot be overstated as it enhances Ireland’s seeding come next year’s playoff to qualify for Brazil.Ireland’s limitations laid bare in Slovenia as poor Nations League start continues
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