Ireland falls to USA 3-1, faces South Africa for 13th place
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:38 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Ireland faced off against the USA on August 24, losing 3-1 in the World Cup. Ireland scored first with Niamh Carey converting a cross in the opening quarter. However, the USA equalized before halftime and pulled ahead with goals from Mia Schoenbeck and Abigail Tamer. Following this defeat, Ireland's finish is set for a 13th place match against South Africa, which underscores a disappointing tournament for the Irish team.
- •Ireland finishes third in the crossover Pool at the World Cup.
- •Niamh Carey scored the opening goal for Ireland.
- •USA equalized before halftime and scored twice in the second half.
- •Ireland will play South Africa for 13th place.
- •Drop in ranking affects Ireland's seeding in future competitions.
- 3:38 PMYahoo Sports — Ireland disappoint again in World Cup defeat by USA
"Ireland will finish a disappointing World Cup by playing South Africa for 13th place after a 3-1 defeat by the USA saw them finish third in the crossover Pool.
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