Ireland's McCabe scores directly from a corner kick against Canada at Women's World Cup

Ireland captain Katie McCabe scored directly from a corner kick against Canada in the Women's World Cup on Wednesday.

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Ireland's first ever goal in the Women's World Cup could be a contender for goal of the tournament.

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McCabe helped his country take the lead after four minutes at the Rectangular Stadium in Perth.

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In this match, McCabe put the ball into the box from the right.

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McCabe's goal was so high that no player could touch it.

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The goal curled into the far corner for the Ireland players and fans to celebrate.

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Everyone was surprised to see this goal of McCabe.

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McCabe's goal proves that this player has got ability.

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