Match Report
Republic of Ireland defeated Uruguay 3-1 in the Friendly International, Friendlies 1. Before the match, Republic of Ireland were 57th in the Friendly International table with Uruguay in 83rd. Their only previous encounter (since 2017) was won by Republic of Ireland. Republic of Ireland had scored 8 goals this season (2.7 per game), Uruguay had 3 (0.8 per game). Republic of Ireland's goals came from Jonathan Walters (27'), Cyrus Christie (51'), James McClean (77'); Uruguay scored through José María Giménez (38'). Match stats: possession 52%-48%, shots 8-10, on target 5-5, corners 3-3. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
Goal scorers
Republic of Ireland: Jonathan Walters (27'), Cyrus Christie (51'), James McClean (77') · Uruguay: José María Giménez (38')
Key stats
Possession: Republic of Ireland 52% · Uruguay 48% · Total shots: 8-10 · On target: 5-5 · Corners: 3-3