'Win or lose, they did us proud,': Denise O’Sullivan’s sister praises Girls in Green

The packed Woolshed Bar and Grill in Cork city centre played host to a riot of green-clad friends, family and fans of the Northside midfielder

Reaction after Australia takes the lead from a penalty kick as family and friends of Denise O'Sullivan gathered to watch the FIFA Women's World Cup game Ireland vs Australia at The Woolshed Bar & Grill on Thursday morning. Picture: Larry Cummins

The Irish women’s football team may have just suffered defeat to the Australians in their opening Women’s World Cup match, but Denise O’Sullivan’s midfield performance will still see Knocknaheeny puffed up with pride this evening.

And they’re making big plans for a gathering of supporters for the Girls in Green’s next match against Canada in six days’ time.