Summary
The Republic of Ireland's national soccer team lost 2-1 to Armenia in a World Cup qualifying match. The team's manager, Heimir Hallgrimsson, accepted responsibility for the loss, which leaves Ireland with only one point in their group. The team faces a challenging match against Portugal next.
Key Facts
- The Republic of Ireland lost 2-1 to Armenia in a World Cup qualifier.
- Ireland has only one point from their first two matches in Group F.
- Armenia scored with a penalty and another goal, while Ireland scored once.
- Ireland's manager, Heimir Hallgrimsson, took responsibility for the defeat.
- The team will next play against Group F leaders Portugal.
- Hallgrimsson noted that the team's performance raised questions about his job security.
- Substitute players were brought in, but the strategy change was not effective.
- Ireland's captain, Nathan Collins, said Armenia was the better team in the match.
