MEN’S 1STS END THE SEASON AS ABSSA CHAMPIONS BY 16 POINTS
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FC Irlande
We are an international, Irish amateur football club based in Brussels, Belgium. With three women’s teams, four men’s teams, and two vets’ teams, we are one of the biggest amateur sports clubs in Brussels! We pride ourselves on our diversity and with players from over 50 countries around the world, FC Irlande is truly your home away from home!
Every weekend, we take to the pitch to defend our famous green jerseys. We play with a spirit of fairness, competitiveness, fun and camaraderie on and off the pitch! Not only do we get to make friends but we also discover some of the delightful and sometimes quirky places in and around Europe’s capital. Brussels.
If you’re interested in joining our family then don’t hesitate to get in touch and become a member of this fantastic community!
Recent Results
Latest results, Apr 28, 2024
FC Irlande Ladies 3
FC Irlande Ladies 3
VSFC White Star Woluwe D
It was a bright windy day in April, and the clocks were striking fourteen when FC Irlande entered the pitch for the last match of the season. FCI could play this match with a light heart, knowing already to have won the relegation battle after the result of Saturday’s match. And fortunately…because the last opponent of FCI’s season was White Star, third in the league with the same points as Maccabi (2°), who wanted to finish the season in the best way possible.
White Star only takes one minute to score the match’s first goal, and after 20’, White Star is already 3-0 up. Despite still suffering the speed and quality of White Star, FCI can manage the game better and prevent White Star from scoring other goals during the first half. The opponent also shows excellent defensive solidity, not conceding space for FCI’s attacking phase. The only remarkable scoring opportunity for FCI is a shot from Anna that finishes out.
The second half starts as the first finished with White Star attacking but unable to score. After 20’ played in the second half, FCI takes advantage of one of the few defensive flaws of White Star. The Portuguese tandem joins the forces to score a goal as beautiful as consoling. Maria takes the ball, dribbles the opponent and puts the ball in the middle for Teresa, who scores with a volley. A goal that she would define windenful. After the goal, White Star returns to the fray and scores the other three goals, closing the match with the result of 6-1.
Another season is over, and FCI achieved the goal of avoiding relegation. A few episodes during the season could have made the last matches more relaxing…but it will be for the next one.
Player of the match: Beaty
FC White Star Woluwe D
Latest results, Apr 27, 2024
FC Irlande Vets 2
FC Irlande Vets 2
VSChenois (esper) 2
For Vets2, it was a roller coaster game vs. the 4ths of the league. They scored first in the first half, and then again early in the 2nd half. But first Jacob and then Slava drew the game for us. 2-2 and 20 minutes to go. Then it was 2-3, then 3-3 after David MG scored for us (with some help from one of their defenders). It would have been a good result but they scored their 4th. We almost drew on the last play of the game but a defender stopped the ball on the line. So 3-4 vs the 4ths of the league to finish the season. Not too bad, Vets2😎
Chenois (esper) 2
FC Irlande Ladies 1
Femina White Star Woluwe B
FC Irlande Ladies 2
FC Irlande Ladies 2
VSFC Fem. White Star Woluwe C
With champagne still soaking in the turf and pink smoke still lingering in the air from the flares of the previous game, Ladies 2 took to the field of the home arena with a determination to finish the season with bang against WS Woluwe.
Despite the opponent taking an early lead with a lucky bounce off the right side of the goal post, Ladies 2 pressed on and created several dangerous opportunities which drew audible gasps from the crowd (gasps which were dangerous for the onlookers, as the air was thick with flies). While a goal for FCI was looming in the air for the better part of the first half and the defence was working hard to intercept counter-attacks, the opponent continued to take advantage of every chance they got in front of our goal.
FCI did not let this break down morale, and words of encouragement such as “let’s go for every ball like it’s the last ball!” and “come on, let’s do this!” were heard from inside the circle of players at half-time. Sustaining not one, but two head injuries in the process, Ladies 2 put up a good fight until the very end, creating chances by building up attacks, from corners, and from free kicks, and earning their well-deserved break until the preparations for next season.
FC Fem. White Star Woluwe C
FC Irlande Men 2
FC Irlande Men 2
VSGast FC 1
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. For John’s last game the boys in green lined up and gave a fair performance. Balls were kicked. Sweat was swat. All the girls on the sidelines were incredibly hot. Reports suggest that three goals were even scored, from Lolo, Luis and with legendary John scoring a penalty. And in a move that absolutely no one was expecting, he also got man of the match. Et quel match! Quelle saison! Record was beaten with 50 points and a 2nd position overall. Hard to “Imagine” a team this cool
Gast FC 1
FC Irlande Men 4
FC Irlande Men 4
VSRapid Mymol
Looking to continue their recent improvement in results, the season finale for 4ths came at Nossegem against Rapid Mymol.
The opponents had a lot riding on this game as a win was necessary to ensure their survival in the league. And this showed in the early exchanges with a lot of intensity and pressure. The 4ths managed to hold them mostly at bay with the opponent coming closest with a shot on to the bar. After 15mins or so the 4ths had started to get their own game going and started to control the game slightly. The rest of the 1st half continued goal-less though.
The 2nd half started in a similar manner but approx 10mins, 4ths lost possession in midfield through an error and a Mymol ran through, small pass and a straight forward finish.
The 4ths were still up for the fight but unfortunately a few mins later a penalty was given away and the Mymol striker made no mistake from the spot.
This goal unfortunately drained the last of the fight from the 4ths and a late 3rds was scored by the opposition.
Final score 0-3
MotM Tiago
Rapid Mymol
FC Irlande Vets 1
FC Irlande Vets 1
VSGast Fc 2
Vets 1 played Champions Gast, we had more shots in the first 15 mins, they then scored but we got to HT 0-1; 2nd half they moved up a gear, got 2 more quick goals and even though the match was over as a contest, we continued to push, getting our reward with a penalty (Matt) and came close to getting a second which the team effort really deserved, but the opposition goalie was one of the best we’ve faced, not letting anything in, so final score 1-4 on the day but our performance was great and we remain the only team to have beaten them all season, MoTM François who helped keep the score respectable against a team boasting quite a few illustrious ex professionals, on we go to another season in 6A! 💪
Gast Fc 2
FC Irlande Men 1
FC Irlande Men 1
VSWong A.S.
Champions 1sts were looking to keep their 💯 home record intact against a strong Wong team. No guard of honour from these lads, apart from our first goal, a great move involving Arjan, brilliant passing from Daan, Erik & superb assist from Rachid, great finish by Arjan. 2-0 then from a Rachid free kick & then he waltzed past 3 & curled our 3rd into the bottom corner. They then got a really soft penalty & James buried a beautiful own goal from a corner to make a comfortable game 3-2 at HT. We dominated the 2nd half but needed Ricard to make 2 great saves & then Thomas made it 4-2 at the end from a lovely Noel assist. MOTM Rachid. Onto O’Reilly’s for the celebrations. COYBIG ☘️🇮🇪🏆
Wong A.S.
FC Irlande Men 3
Rhinocéros
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