Republic of Ireland 0-1 France: Greater opportunities

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French striker, Nicolas Anelka scored a decisive 1-0 victory over Ireland in the first leg play-off 2010 World Cup qualifier South Africa, at Croke Park Stadium, Saturday (14/11). France was only require a 0-0 draw in the second leg to qualify for the final round. Greater opportunities to escape, because the second leg will be held in France.

France could maintain the pace and quality of the game. Patience and hard work that eventually led to a goal from Anelka feet in 72 minutes. Anelka kicking the ball into the net after hitting Given defender Sean St. Ledger.

Next France could maintain the tempo of games and continue to create goal opportunities. However, Ireland could break all the efforts of France to the long whistle sounded.