The Republic Of Ireland soccer squad got a boost in the bid for the World Cup Finals when Malta held the Republic’s main rival Hungary to a draw at the Nep Stadium (Népstadion) in Budapest.

Report shows scenes from the game.

Interview with Eamon Dunphy on how the result benefits Ireland.

The reporter is Colm Murray.

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