Ireland Make History at Hockey World Cup Despite Defeat to France

Ireland make history at Hockey World Cup despite defeat to France

Ireland 'delighted' at World Cup result after topping Pool H despite France defeat

Jeremy Duncan insists Ireland’s men are “delighted” to be entering a 9th/10th play-off fixture at the FIH Hockey World Cup after finishing top of Pool H despite suffering a 2-1 defeat to France on Sunday.

Defeated Ireland finish top of pool at World Cup

Ireland were beaten 2-1 by France in their final Pool H outing at the FIH Hockey World Cup, but they still finished top to remain in the hunt for a ninth-place finish.

Ireland men secure best Hockey World Cup finish despite French loss

Wins over South Africa and Malaysia keep Ireland top of their classification pool

Ireland top classification pool to reach ninth-place payoff despite France defeat

Women’s side need win over the US to also reach ninth-place playoff

Ireland Remain Top Of FIH Hockey World Cup Pool H Despite Defeat To France