Hockey: Ireland failed to build on yesterday's morale boosting 2-1 victory of hosts Italy, when they drew a blank against Azerbaijan in their final World Cup qualifying Pool B match today.
A win would have left Ireland third in the pool and almost certain of a less difficult first cross-over match against France tomorrow.
Instead the scoreless draw means that if, as expected, New Zealand beat Italy tonight, Ireland will meet world number five China at midday tomorrow.