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Republic of Ireland Sinks to 4th Consecutive Loss

Republic of Ireland defender Nathan Collins voiced frustration following their 2-0 loss to Greece in the UEFA Nations League, calling for change as the team faces a fourth consecutive competitive defeat. Despite a strong first half at the Aviva Stadium, the Republic struggled after the break conceding goals from Fotis Ioannidis and Christos Tzolis.

Collins, who captained the team for this match, expressed disappointment and a sense of urgency for improvement. He noted the team’s ongoing struggles, saying, “There is a lot of frustration and people upset. We’re sick of losing, especially when we shouldn’t be.” The Republic’s performance showed improvement from their previous loss to England, but the lack of a decisive finish cost them.

Collins highlighted the need to capitalize on opportunities and score when they are dominant. The first goal from Ioannidis came shortly after halftime with the Republic’s defense allowing him too much space outside the area. The second goal from Tzolis resulted from a quick counter-attack late in the game. Collins criticized the team’s defensive lapses and the inability to respond effectively when on top.

He emphasized the importance of scoring when they have the upper hand, noting that missed chances and a lack of clinical finishing have been recurring issues. Looking ahead, Collins acknowledged the need for a stronger edge in their upcoming fixtures. The Republic will face Finland and Greece in October and must improve their performance to secure positive results.

Collins stressed the importance of converting chances and maintaining a solid defensive shape to break their losing streak and gain momentum in the competition.

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