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Republic of Ireland prepares for crucial match against France

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:03 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Republic of Ireland prepares for crucial match against France
Summary

The Republic of Ireland will face France in a pivotal World Cup qualifying match on June 8 in Grenoble. Ireland, currently second in Group A2, earned a crucial 3-2 victory over the Netherlands, keeping their qualification hopes alive. Midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn expressed confidence in the team's capabilities, acknowledging France's strengths while emphasizing their own belief in the squad's potential. Ireland previously lost to France 2-1 in March's qualifying opener. The outcome in Grenoble will determine direct qualification for the World Cup in Brazil.

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  • •Ireland faces France on June 8 in Grenoble.
  • •Ireland beat the Netherlands 3-2 in their last match.
  • •Littlejohn emphasizes team belief despite being underdogs.
  • •Previous match saw France win 2-1 in March.
  • •A win sends Ireland to the World Cup in Brazil.
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  • 7:03 AMYahoo Sports — Republic of Ireland will face France with 'belief'
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Republic of Ireland midfielder Ruesha Littlejohn says there is "belief" they can get the win they need against France in Grenoble on Tuesday [20:00 BST] to send them through to next year's World Cup in Brazil.

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