All scenarios covered, Ireland have prepped for a penalty kick competition 

'We have spoken about it. The players know who they are,' attack coach Mike Catt said, before adding with a smile: 'Andrew Porter, Dan Sheehan, Tadhg Beirne.'

FAIL TO PREPARE...: Assistant Coach Mike Catt. Pic: ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan

For those of a nervous disposition, look away now. Ireland are preparing for a penalty kick competition at Stade de France if they draw their World Cup quarter-final against the All Blacks on Saturday night.

A lot will have to happen for the dreaded shoot-out to take place, with a period 20 minutes of extra time the first port of call should the knockout clash end in a tie after the regulation 80 minutes.