It's a kind of magic - Ibrahimovic teases unfortunate Clark

Can the striker magically make defenders score own goals? Zlatan suggested he was behind the Ireland defender's mishap as his nation squeaked to a share of the points

Zlatan Ibrahimovic was short of his magical best in Sweden's Euro 2016 opener but managed to cast a spell on the Republic of Ireland for long enough to snatch a 1-1 draw at the Stade de France.

Ireland deservedly led through Wes Hoolahan early in the second half after Jeff Hendrick rattled the crossbar during the opening period.

Ibrahimovic was well shackled by a diligent Irish defence for the most part but surged beyond John O'Shea in the 71st minute and smashed the ball across goal for the unfortunate Ciaran Clark to turn into…