Rep of Ireland 2 - 3 Germany

extratime ^ | April 05, 2014 | Jamie Headon

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The game was to take another dramatic twist with just one minute of playing remaining. Again Ireland utilised a Megan Campbell throw-in to their advantage with the former Raheny United defender launching the ball into the box for Peamount star Stephanie Roche to prod the ball home.

Just when Ireland thought they had sealed a hugely significant draw with the Silvia Neid managed outfit, the German's stole all three points courtesy of a Leupolz cross which looped over the unfortunate Byrne's head and into the back of the net.

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Republic of Ireland 2 Germany 3 Full Match - Group 1 (5th April 2014)

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Ronan 'heartbroken' after Germany defeat
With substitute Stephanie Roche grabbing a last minute equaliser, it seemed Ireland would hold on for a highly credible 2-2 draw with a German side who went into Saturday's game top of the FIFA Women's World Cup Group 1 qualifying table with five wins from five in which they amassed a staggering 40 goals.

''I'm just heartbroken to be honest,'' Ronan said after Saturday's defeat.

''I definitely think we deserved something from the game. I'm particularly disappointed with the manner of the goals we conceded. Really the game should have been stopped for the clash of heads that led up to their first goal and then of course they enjoyed a huge slice of luck with their winner.''

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Was this a friendly leading to the World Cup?

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Yes, World Cup qualifier for Canada 2015.