Irish fans downbeat ahead of Pumas clash

Sampling the sights, shopping and cuisine are some of the main factors Irish rugby fans have returned to Paris this weekend ahead of the final pool match to determine whether Eddie O'Sullivan's side will play any further part in the 2007 Rugby World Cup.

The prospect of witnessing a 'miracle match' by the Irish Rugby squad to prolong their involvement in the tournament on the continent doesn't seem to be something widely expected by the travelling contingent.

A lacklustre campaign to date which has failed to ignite seems to have left expectations among supporters at their lowest for some time.