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Apr 2026
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FOOTBALL DAILY: Ward's Ireland march onw...

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On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news of the Irish international women's team, the Champions League and the EFL.

Liverpool exit the Champions League after defeat to PSG, with Arne Slot highlighting missed chances and a worrying injury to Hugo Ekitike.

Barcelona are also knocked out, while Atletico Madrid reach their first Champions League semi-final since 2017 after a dramatic tie.

Spanish football writer Graham Hunter discusses Atletico’s ambitions to banish past European disappointments.

Arsenal look to seal a semi-final place against Sporting Lisbon, holding a narrow first-leg advantage.

Mikel Arteta calls it the biggest opportunity of his tenure, while squad morale remains positive despite recent setbacks.

Bayern Munich take a 2-1 lead into their second leg with Real Madrid at the Allianz Arena.

Eoin Doyle reflects on how VAR could have altered key moments in his playing career.

Ireland secure a thrilling 3-2 World Cup qualifying win over Poland in Gdansk.

Goals from Emily Murphy, Katie McCabe and Marissa Sheva earn the points, with Carla Ward praising her side’s performance.

Championship and League One round-up, including Ipswich slipping up, Southampton climbing, and Rotherham relegated.

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