Ireland sorry after Republic lie

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From the BBC News Desk

Stephen Ireland apologises for lying about the reason for his withdrawal from the Republic of Ireland squad.

Ireland pulled out of the Wednesday's match in the Czech Republic shortly after Saturday's draw with Slovakia.

The midfielder cited the death of a grandparent when in fact his girlfriend had suffered a miscarriage.

"I realise now that it was a massive mistake on my part and I deeply regret it," said Ireland.

In a statement on City's official website Ireland explained: "When the game in Bratislava ended our manager Stephen Staunton took me outside the dressing room into the corridor, along with the Ireland team doctor.

"He told me that they had taken a call from my girlfriend, Jessica, and she said my grandmother had died.

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john_graydon

Make him pay the Fai the money back for the jet home.

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rolfw

Sounds like he needs to reign in his girlfriend, sounds a bit too needy. Having a miscarriage is very stressful I'm sure, but luying like that to get attention is unforgivable.

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