The Indian women’s team lost its second match of the Vitality Women’s World Cup 2018 against Ireland 0-1. Ireland, which scored the goal in the 13th minute, managed to maintain the lead throughout the rest of the match.

India started on an aggressive note, entering into the attacking circle and even earned a penalty corner in the 4th minute, but Ireland guided by a fierce defense ensured India had no chance to score.

Ireland got its penalty corner in the 12th minute and converted it off a deflection by Anna O’Flanagan.

Though India kept getting penalty corners, none of them could be converted. The closest chance came in the 57th minute when skipper Rani struck a powerful shot from close angle, but to be saved by Irish Goalkeeper McFerran.

India will next play USA in its pool match on July 29.