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Katie McCabe says Ireland will fight for World Cup play-off spot

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:03 AM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Katie McCabe says Ireland will fight for World Cup play-off spot

Summary

Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe stated that the team is determined to secure a play-off spot for the World Cup after their automatic qualification hopes ended in a match against France. Despite a narrow 1-0 loss, McCabe expressed pride in the team's performance throughout the campaign, where they finished third in Group A2. The team is focused on recovery and preparation for the play-offs, set for October. McCabe led the team as the highest scorer with three goals during the qualifying rounds.

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By the Numbers

•Ireland lost 1-0 to France in a Group A2 match.
•Katie McCabe scored three goals during the qualifying campaign.
•The team will prepare for World Cup playoffs in October.
•Ireland finished third in their qualifying group.

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9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Irish will be ready and fighting for play-off - McCabe

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Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe says the side will be "fighting and hungry" for their World Cup play-off after their aims of qualifying automatically were ended by France in their winner takes all Group A2 match.
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