Algeria thrashed by Irish

[two gun sid]

South Africa-bound Algeria looked toothless in attack and shaky in defence as they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Republic of Ireland in a pre FIFA World Cup™ friendly on Friday.

Veteran Robbie Keane scored a brace and Paul Green one goal against the Algerians, who are drawn in Group A of the finals in South Africa alongside England, Slovenia and the United States.

The Irish, denied a spot in South Africa after a highly-charged a play-off against France, dominated proceedings and fully deserved the win. "We've done fantastically this week: we've beaten two teams going to the World Cup," said Ireland's Liam Lawrence, referring to his team's 2-1 victory over Paraguay on Tuesday. "We've put the past behind us and are looking forward to (Euro 2012 qualifiers in) September," said the Stoke midfielder.

He added: "Algeria are a good footballing side and played well in patches, but I would expect England to beat them. But you never know in the World Cup, people raise their game."

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I know it doesn't mean shit but Ireland Football is really getting good. We will make it to the WC in 4 years. - two gun sid

[MrCoffee]

1. It worries me that FIFA doesn't know what group ENG/USA/ALG/SVN is

Ireland is out to prove something, and they are looking tough these days.

[Captain Hilts]

2. Yes. I blame FIFA. Ireland should be in. nt