"It stings. We put in such a shift tonight from start to finish so to concede the second goal the way we did is hard to take. I can't fault the effort from the girls tonight, it was absolutely brilliant. Just gutted we couldn't get even a point. We can't feel sorry for ourselves, we have to move on quick."
"Murph is doing really, really well and I think she has shown that in her last couple of performances for Ireland. She is a great asset to have up front. She can link the play, make it stick and she has the legs to run in behind. Once I stepped in, I was screaming at her to set it off for me and she did."
"The group is going to be wide open. Poland are a really good side, as are the Netherlands, but we showed we are a good side."
Republic of Ireland captain Katie McCabe scored in the 12th minute to give her side an early lead against France at Tallaght Stadium. Despite a strong performance throughout the match, Ireland conceded twice in quick succession in the second half through France substitute Melvine Malard, resulting in a 2-1 defeat. McCabe acknowledged the team's effort and intensity but expressed frustration at the manner of the second goal conceded. She emphasized the need to move forward quickly without dwelling on the loss. Ireland's next Group A2 fixture is against the Netherlands on Saturday, with manager Carla Ward noting the group remains competitive and wide open.
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