Courtney Brosnan on what Vera Pauw and Katie McCabe said in final World Cup huddle
Fitting words after an historic journey. Courtney Brosnan got her fair share of attention after a fantastic clean sheet, but much of the post-match focus was on Vera Pauw and Katie McCabe. Ireland drew 0-0 with Nigeria to take home their first ever World Cup point, even though they are now heading for home. Brosnan […]
2 years ago
Watching this generous, inspirational Ireland team through the eyes of my children
“I want to be a footballer.” Bang. Simple as that. Our house’s big GAA star is now eyeing up the local soccer team. That is the power of this Ireland team, and the inspiration they are providing to so many young supporters. It had just ticked past 10 o’clock, long after the final whistle had […]
2 years ago
Courtney Brosnan owns her error as Ireland push world champions close
USA 1-0 IRELAND On the day she turned 26, Courtney Brosnan gave Alana Cook a birthday present she would dearly love to take back. Ireland were doing well against world champions USA for the second friendly game in succession when Brosnan was caught out coming for a pump into the box that ended up having […]
3 years ago