Those Irish hopes were briefly rekindled by Anna Patten's 85th-minute header—a moment that seemed to promise a miraculous comeback after trailing 2-0. Ireland's effort and heart were visible, but alas, the lack of cutting edge in front of goal haunted them throughout the match. Their desperation resulted in a flurry of chances, but it was too little, too late to change the outcome of the contest. Persistence without precision ultimately sealed their fate.
Wales emerged as deserved victors with a 3-2 aggregate, their performance reflecting both opportunism and composure in key moments. Hannah Cain's penalty came after a VAR check and was critical for Wales, followed by Carrie Jones' breakaway goal, emphasizing Ireland's inability to capitalize on their chances. While the Welsh team celebrated a historic qualification for their first major championship, it left Ireland facing a haunting summer of regret.
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