Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson reacts after his side concede late during the World Cup 2026 Group F qualifier defeat Portugal at Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon, Portugal. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Daniel McDonnell in Lisbon
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Heimir Hallgrimsson says his Irish players need to find a way to park the frustration of a ‘painful’ defeat in Lisbon and ensure it doesn’t have a negative impact on Tuesday’s must-win meeting with Armenia.
The Icelander hailed his squad for the application they showed in a stirring 90-minute defensive display that also earned strong praise from victorious coach Roberto Martinez.