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Knight's World Cup Hopes Brought to End as City Skipper Unused Sub in Loss
Ireland led 2-0 before Czechia equalized late; Ireland missed two key penalties in shootout as Jan Kliment secured Czechia's place in the World Cup play-off final.
- On Thursday, the Republic of Ireland lost their World Cup play-off semi-final to Czechia in Prague, falling 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in regulation time.
- Ireland built a commanding 2-0 lead through a Troy Parrott penalty and a Matej Kovar own-goal, but defensive lapses allowed Czechia to rally and force extra-time late in regulation.
- Goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher saved one spot-kick during the shootout, but misses from Finn Azaz and Alan Browne ultimately proved costly, handing Czechia victory.
- Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson expressed pride despite the loss, saying, "I feel pride for the performance of the players — they gave it all."
- Instead of pursuing World Cup qualification, Ireland must now prepare for a friendly against North Macedonia at Aviva Stadium on Tuesday.
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