Ireland defeats South Africa 4-1, prepares for Spain showdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Ireland secured a 4-1 victory against South Africa in their World Cup match in Wavre. After initially trailing due to Kenton Melville's goal, Ireland came back with an equalizer from Ben Walker, followed by two penalty corner goals from Lee Cole. Sam Hyland added a late goal, pushing Ireland ahead in goal difference against Spain, whom they face next. With this win, Ireland needs only a draw against Spain to advance to the tournament's next phase.
- •Ireland wins 4-1 against South Africa in Wavre on August 18.
- •Kenton Melville scored for South Africa in the third quarter.
- •Ben Walker equalized, followed by two goals from Lee Cole.
- •Sam Hyland scored in the last seconds to improve Ireland's goal differential.
- •Ireland faces Spain next, needing only a draw to advance.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Ireland win over SA sets up showdown with Spain
"Ireland battle to a 4-1 victory over South Africa in their World Cup clash in Wavre on Tuesday to leave them needing a draw against Spain in Thursday's final Pool C game to advance to the second phase of the tournament.
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