Republic of Ireland rocked by Armenia to extend Nations League drought

04-Jun-2022 16:11:50 | Guardian

The Republic of Ireland’s Nations League misery continued as Eduard Spertsyan blasted Armenia to victory in Yerevan. The midfielder hammered a long-range 75th-minute effort past keeper Caoimhin Kelleher, making his competitive debut for Ireland, to hand the League B newcomers victory and revenge for their controversial Euro 2012 qualifying defeat in Dublin.

Stephen Kenny’s men, who have now not won in 11 attempts since the competition was introduced, could have few complaints on an evening when their eight-game unbeaten run came to a disappointing end at a sweltering Republican Stadium. Ireland enjoyed the upper hand for long periods, but failed to convert dominance into chances.