How far did Ireland get in 2002 World Cup?

How far did Ireland get in 2002 World Cup?

Overall record

FIFA World Cup record Qualification record
Year Round Position
1994 Round of 16 2/7
1998 Did not qualify 2/6; Lost Play-off
2002 Round of 16 2/6; Won Play-off

When did Ireland play Spain in World Cup?

2002
Republic of Ireland 1 – 1 Spain | 2002 – FIFA World Cup | 69675.

Who scored for Ireland World Cup 2002?

In an inspiring performance Roy Keane drove the Irish to a fantastic victory with Jason McAteer scoring the deciding goal in the 68th minute.

Who knocked England out of the 2002 World Cup?

England’s World Cup campaign was brought to an abrupt halt as 10-man Brazil triumphed in the quarter-final in Shizuoka. Goals from Rivaldo and Ronaldinho either side of half-time cancelled out a thrilling opener from Michael Owen, which had given English fans hope of recording a famous victory.

What year did Ireland do well in the World Cup?

1990
Republic of Ireland national football team

FIFA ranking
World Cup
Appearances 3 (first in 1990)
Best result Quarter-finals (1990)
European Championship

Who won 54 caps for Ireland?

Thomas Joseph Kiernan
Thomas Joseph Kiernan (born 7 January 1939) is a former Ireland international rugby union player. He won 54 caps for Ireland as a full-back between 1960 and 1973 and captained his country 24 times….Tom Kiernan.

Place of birth Cork (city) Ireland
Notable relative(s) Mike Kiernan (nephew)
Rugby union career

Has Ireland ever beaten England in cricket?

Ireland beat England by 3 wickets with Kevin O’Brien hitting the fastest century in World Cup history, managing the feat in just 50 balls. In passing England’s total of 327 for victory, Ireland broke the record for the highest successful run chase in the World Cup.

Did Ireland win the Euros?

The Republic of Ireland have participated in three European Championship finals, those held in 1988, 2012 and 2016. The side have played ten matches: winning two, drawing two and losing six.

When did Ireland last qualify for the Eurovision?

In 2013, Ireland came last in the final for the second time. In 2018, Ireland qualified for the final for the first time since 2013 with Ryan O’Shaughnessy and “Together”, but in 2019, Sarah McTernan finished last in the second semi-final with “22”.

What was the score between Spain and Ireland in 2002?

Eight minutes gone and the Irish were 1-0 down for the third time in the 2002 World Cup finals. Further dominance by Spain should have increased the lead and even though Luis Enrique did find the back of the Irish net the goal was ruled out for offside.

When did Ireland play Spain in the World Cup?

By finishing second the Group E behind Germany the Republic of Ireland met Spain in the last 16 of the 2002 World cup finals. For the fist time Ireland would play a World Cup match in South Korea when the two teams met in the Suwon World Cup Stadium on Sunday 16th June.

What was the cultural event of the 2002 World Cup?

Cultural event. The official FIFA cultural event of the 2002 World Cup was a flag festival called Poetry of the Winds. Held in Nanjicheon Park, an area of the World Cup Park close to the stadium, Poetry of the Winds was exhibited from 29 May to 25 June in order to wish success upon the World Cup and promote a festive atmosphere.

Who was the referee in the 2002 World Cup?

Referee Anders Frisk of Sweden spotted the infringement and awarded the penalty to Ireland. Robbie Keane confidently stepped up to convert the spot kick for his third goal of the 2002 World Cup finals and to send the match into extra time.