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.