England Defeat Ireland 2-0 in Nations League Clash
Thanks for following along. Here’s a recap of today’s action as England secured a 2-0 victory over Ireland in the Nations League on Saturday, September 7:
- Former Ireland internationals Declan Rice and Jack Grealish found the back of the net in the first half, sealing England’s win in their League B Group 2 match at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin.
- England’s interim manager Lee Carsley, stepping in for Gareth Southgate, enjoyed a smooth start to his tenure with a comfortable win, while Ireland, under their new coach, former Iceland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, struggled to create scoring opportunities.
- In other group news, Finland and Greece are set to face off later in the evening, both eyeing a chance to compete for promotion to the Nations League’s top tier.
- The 2024-2025 Nations League will also play a role in the European qualification process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.