* Sweden and Ireland start campaigns with 1-1 stalemate
* Ibrahimovic surge sets up 71st-minute equaliser (Adds quotes)
PARIS, June 13 (Reuters) - A Ciaran Clark own goal earned Sweden a fortunate 1-1 draw against a spirited Ireland side in their Euro 2016 Group E opener at the Stade de France on Monday.
Returning to the scene of Thierry Henry's infamous handball for France that crushed their 2010 World Cup qualifying dreams in an unforgettable playoff, Ireland were the better side for most of the game.
They were rewarded for their domination three minutes into the second period when Wes Hoolahan scored with a splendid half-volley.