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Ireland abandons 'overly physical' World Cup warm-up after player hospitalized

  • Ireland and Colombia ended their pre-World Cup friendly after 20 minutes due to excessive physicality.
  • Irish midfielder Denise O'Sullivan was injured and hospitalized but x-rays showed no fracture.
  • Ireland manager Vera Pauw consulted officials and withdrew her team over safety concerns.
  • O'Sullivan's status for Ireland's World Cup opener versus Australia is uncertain.
  • Ireland expressed disappointment over reckless tackles in a match meant to prepare teams.
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