On this day in World Cup history: Mexico 2-1 Republic of Ireland, 24 June 1994
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Your support makes all the difference.Ireland's spell at USA '94 is most widely remembered for the actions of manager Jack Charlton in this group match against Mexico.
Ireland had picked up a win over Italy in their opener, elevating hopes of qualification from Group E. However, 65 minutes into their second match against Mexico, Ireland found themselves 2-0 down courtesy of two Luis Garcia goals.
The score and the intense summer sun of Florida ensured Irish tensions were already running high when Charlton was prevented from making a substitution by the fourth official. Intended substitute John Aldridge lost his temper and angrily launched a foul-mouthed tirade at the official, while Charlton took out his anger on the Fifa staff, earning himself a £15,000 fine and a touchline ban for Ireland's next match.
The Irish drew 0-0 with Norway to make the second round, where they were comfortably beaten 2-0 by a Bergkamp-inspired Holland.
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