Watch: Stunning Megan Campbell goal helps Ireland beat Northern Ireland in opening World Cup qualifier

The Republic of Ireland beat Northern Ireland 2-0 in their opening 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifier at Mourneview Park in Lurgan thanks to a Rachel Furness own goal and Megan Campbell's long-range strike.

The Reading midfielder headed into her own net from a raking Megan Campbell long throw, which have caused the Northern Ireland defence problems earlier in the game.

An earlier Campbell throw had been headed off the crossbar by striker Steph Roche, while a cross from the Manchester City full-back saw Louise Quinn's header well-saved.

Follow live updates of the game with Gareth Penrose here.

Goal courtesy of BBC Northern Ireland.

An own goal by Rachel Furness gives @FAIreland a 1-0 lead over @NorthernIreland at Mourneview Park in the @FIFAWWC Group 3 qualifier pic.twitter.com/7MNL515qAG

— BBC SPORT NI (@BBCSPORTNI) September 19, 2017

Campbell made it 2-0 in the second half as her effort from distance fooled Northern Ireland keeper Lauren Perry on dipped into the top corner.

Megan Campbell doubles the lead for @FAIreland against @NorthernIreland Watch LIVE here - https://t.co/PQPmqe4fDipic.twitter.com/dbINkOKUmn

— BBC SPORT NI (@BBCSPORTNI) September 19, 2017