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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
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Paul O'Hehir

EXPLAINED: Ruthless spain put an end to ireland s european championship run | Rare Historical Photos

Spain took a sledgehammer to Ireland’s Euros dream by powering into the semis with two goals in three ruthless second-half minutes.

Colin O’Brien’s young charges exit the tournament with heads held high - but can have no complaints with this defeat.

Spain boasted players from Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid but only led 1-0 until the closing 20 minutes.

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