A nervy night in store — but at least we have Dunny to lead us

IT’S fairly obvious that the next few days will determine if we will have a realistic chance of getting to Rio for the World Cup next year.

Tonight and on Tuesday, we face two very tough opponents who will have the exact same expectations as ourselves. That’s how tight the race is for that play-off place in Group C.

I am, of course, bitterly disappointed not to be involved in games of this magnitude as I have thrived on these type of pressure matches in recent years. Any player past or present will tell you that these are the games you relish playing in and, more often than not, they will inspire you to produce a good performance.