FIFA : Republic of Ireland officials lodge official complaint with world governing body FIFA . Football 's international governing body had faced criticism from several Irish players that the seeding system for the play-off draw favored more powerful nations such as France . France : FAI also writes to French counterparts asking for World Cup play - off to be replayed . Cameras showed France 's Thierry Henry guiding ball with his hand twice , before William Gallas scored . Ex - France player David Ginola said Henry was only doing his job for his country and should not be blamed .
FIFA : Republic of Ireland officials lodge official complaint with world governing body FIFA . France : FAI also writes to French counterparts asking for World Cup play - off to be replayed . Cameras showed France 's Thierry Henry guiding ball with his hand twice , before William Gallas scored . Ex - France player David Ginola said Henry was only doing his job for his country and should not be blamed .