Irish come from behind to win final

Ireland won a nailbiting final in the men’s hockey European Qualifying Tournament at Belfield this afternoon, beating Italy 3…

Ireland won a nailbiting final in the men’s hockey European Qualifying Tournament at Belfield this afternoon, beating Italy 3-2.

Italy had twice taken the lead - they held a 2-1 advantage at half-time - but after Ireland had fought their way back to get on terms, Justin Sheriff struck the winning goal ten minutes from time.

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