N Ireland suffer qualification blow against Iceland
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Northern Ireland's hopes of qualification for the Euro 2008 finals have been dealt a severe blow following a 2-1 defeat to Iceland last night.
The game looked to be heading for a draw before a Keith Gillespie own goal in the final minute gave victory to Iceland.
Elsewhere, England's campaign remains on track after a 3-0 win over Russia at Wembley, with Michael Owen scoring twice.
The most noteworthy result of the night was in Paris, however, where Scotland defeated France 1-0 for the second time in the qualification campaign.
James McFadden was on target with a long range shot midway through the second half to send the visitors to the top of Group B.