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Republic of Ireland dominates Kazakhstan 8-0 in Women's World Cup playoff

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Republic of Ireland dominates Kazakhstan 8-0 in Women's World Cup playoff
Summary

The Republic of Ireland secured an 8-0 victory against Kazakhstan in the first leg of their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final held in Astana on October 9. Despite missing key players Katie McCabe, Marissa Sheva, and Denise O'Sullivan, the Irish squad demonstrated depth, with Abbie Larkin, Jamie Finn, and Jessie Stapleton among those scoring goals. Ireland took control early and maintained a dominant performance against a Kazakh team reduced to ten players following a red card. The return leg is set for October 12 in Cork, where Ireland is expected to continue their strong showing as they look to reach the playoff final.

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  • •Ireland scored eight goals against Kazakhstan in Astana.
  • •Kazakhstan played with ten players after a first-half red card.
  • •Abbie Larkin, Jamie Finn, and Jessie Stapleton all scored.
  • •The return leg will take place on October 12 in Cork.
  • •Ireland's players performed well despite missing key starters.
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  • 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Depth on show as Irish all but assure play-off final
  • 3:47 PMBBC Sport — Depth on show as Irish all but assure play-off final
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Republic of Ireland ease to a comfortable 8-0 victory against 10-player Kazakhstan in their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final first leg without three of their best players as their replacements impress

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Republic of Ireland ease to a comfortable 8-0 victory against 10-player Kazakhstan in their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final first leg without three of their best players as their replacements impress

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