Matt Doherty steps up but his effort slams against the crossbar!
— Sky Sports (@SkySports) October 8, 2020
The Republic of Ireland's dreams of reaching next summer's European Championship finals are over!pic.twitter.com/jSwOhQm7DN
Spurs against Fulham said the commentator, just to sprinkle and extra sachet of salt into what was to become a nasty little wound. The miss meant that Ireland will not progress into the Euro2020 tournament, as Slovenia won the game 4-2 on penalties.
Beyond the woodwork incident, Matt had a decent enough game with a passing accuracy of 89%, long pass accuracy 100%, 75% accuracy in crossing the ball, and the 25-year-old made 8 interceptions. Oh, Matt also managed to commit 5 fouls without incurring so much as even a yello card.
Nice for everyone
One game less for him to play in November,and he can have a holiday next summer instead of playing at the Euros.
Wolves let him leave because he had given them ten years service and didn’t stand in his way when the chance to play at a bigger club on bigger wages and in European competition came along. They also made around £12m profit.
Just as well he didn’t take one against the Blue Scum
I watched the whole game and Matt was pretty average last night.
Unlucky matt son. Can imagine it really hurts. Anyone can miss a penalty matt.
The new Bentley, not the one in the garage either. Why did Wolves sell him without a fight again.