![]() ![]() Josh Cullen could also start in midfield.įrance certainly seem to have put the fallout from World Cup final defeat to Argentina behind them. Caoimhin Kelleher struggled in goal but should keep his place as boss Stephen Kenny goes in search of a more experienced XI against the World Cup runners-up. Captain Seamus Coleman, vice-skipper John Egan and James McClean were rested for that game and are expected to return for what will be a tough opening Euro 2024 qualifier for the Irish. In Thursday's 3-2 win against the latter, 18-year-old Brighton striker Evan Ferguson scored his first goal for his country and generally impressed up front alongside fellow fresh-faced forward Michael Obafemi, who is enjoying a loan spell at Burnley. ![]() Ireland, who have failed to qualify for the last three major tournaments, come into this fixture on the back of unconvincing friendly wins against Malta and Latvia. Ireland haven't beaten France since 1981 in World Cup qualifying, with the last competitive fixture between the sides in the last 16 of Euro 2016 when Antoine Griezmann's brace won it for the hosts. In the play-offs for the 2010 World Cup, Thierry Henry's handball in the buildup to William Gallas' extra-time winner denied the Irish a place in South Africa, a controversial goal which contributed to the introduction of VAR. Ireland host France under the lights at Dublin's Aviva Stadium with an eye on exorcising the ghost of 2009. Ireland vs France live stream: match preview Watch from anywhere with ExpressVPN (opens in new tab).AUS: Ireland vs France live stream on Optus Sport (opens in new tab).UK: Ireland vs France live stream on Viaplay Sports 1 via Viaplay (opens in new tab).US: Ireland vs France live stream on Fox Sports 1 via Sling (opens in new tab) / FuboTV (opens in new tab). ![]()
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