FOOTBALL DAILY: 'This chapter is closed... ' | The tin hat on Ireland's World Cup campaign | 'Milwaukee Messi' downs Italy

On Wednesday's Football Daily, Phil Egan rounds off all the international action as Ireland’s campaign ends with a 0-0 draw with North Macedonia at the Aviva Stadium.

Troy Parrott has two goals ruled out for offside, with the second likely standing if VAR had been available.

Senior debuts for James Abankwah and Bosun Lawal, while Harvey Vale makes his first Dublin appearance.

Mark Travers replaces Caoimhin Kelleher at half-time; Seamus Coleman receives a standing ovation on what could be his final Ireland outing.

A total of 17 substitutions made, with Johnny Kenny going close late after Adam Idah’s flick.

Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson describes the game as “strange” after the stalemate.

Bosun Lawal reflects on a proud moment making his senior international debut.

Nearly 40,000 fans attend; Jayson Molumby praises the continued support.

Assistant coach John O’Shea calls working with Ireland a privilege amid contract uncertainty.

Finn Azaz impresses in attack, with Hallgrimsson highlighting his growing importance.

Ireland U21s beat Kazakhstan 1-0, and the U17s qualify for another World Cup after a 7-0 win over Slovakia.

League of Ireland coverage returns with Drogheda United hosting Bohemians.

Italy miss a third straight World Cup after losing on penalties to Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Sweden, Türkiye, DR Congo, Czechia and Iraq confirm World Cup qualification.

Scotland lose to Côte d’Ivoire, England fall to Japan, and Northern Ireland draw with Wales in friendly action.

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