FIFA paid the Irish FA (FAI) five million euros ($5.64 million) to avoid a legal case over a controversial World Cup playoff defeat in 2009, FAI chief executive John Delaney said on Thursday. (Tweet This)
Ireland were knocked out by France in a two-legged playoff to qualify for the 2010 South Africa tournament, with the decisive goal in the second leg coming after a handball by French striker Thierry Henry in extra time.
Former Arsenal and Barcelona striker Henry blatantly stopped the ball going out of play with his hand, before crossing for William Gallas to score.