BBCNEWS Sportsday June 4, 2024 12:37:00
This is not how it was supposed to be for sam kerr at her home world cup. her injury a bitter blow for australia but a boost for an ireland side, making its bow on the biggest stage. her absence did little to dampen the enthusiasm of the capacity crowd but without their talisman, the matildas struggled for inspiration early on. against a resolute irish defence, set pieces seemed australia's likeliest route to goal first half, as hayley raso headed narrowly wide. but as the half wore on and ireland showed no signs of cracking, the hosts began to resort to more desperate measures. 0—0 at the b...
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