McCarthy and Staunton delighted
As Ireland celebrated their 3-0 win over Saudi Arabia in Yokohama manager Mick McCarthy said: 'We’re in the last 16 of the World Cup, sounds nice doesn’t it?
'It’s great. The lads have responded well and they deserve it.'
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