Ireland Turn It Up in Second Half | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

Ireland’s men’s hockey team dug deep in a gritty World Cup opener against fourth-ranked Australia, falling behind early but rallying with fierce determination in the second half. Despite trailing 3-0 at halftime after Australia capitalized on penalty corners, Ireland flipped the script with relentless pressure and smarter ball movement, forcing Australia to slow down. Though the Aussie keeper stood tall denying Irish chances, Ireland’s resilience and tactical shift signaled a team reawakening after a long layoff. Now, they face a must-win against South Africa to keep their tournament hopes…