Worthington angry at Slovakia defeat

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Goals from Martin Skrtel and Marek Hamsik in the 46th and 70th minutes propelled Slovakia to a narrow 2-1 victory in Bratislava.

"It is a game we should have got something from," said the Northern Ireland boss. "But through ill-discipline on set plays we have paid a heavy price and lost the game. That is the frustrating thing. To concede two goals like we did is very disappointing."

He added: "In the first half Slovakia had a lot of possession but did not really hurt us. Then we go a goal down straight after half-time.

"That put us on the back foot as we never really got started in the second half.

"We just got going again and they scored another goal. That meant we were really chasing the game.

"If we don't concede the second goal we go away with a point which is a fair result and gets you off the mark.

"In the last 15 to 20 minutes we showed more what we are about but the overall feeling is one of frustration - but we just have to get on with it."