Denise O'Sullivan keeping feet firmly on the ground ahead of playoff 

WINNER: Denise O'Sullivan of Republic of Ireland shoots to score her side's goal during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 Qualifier match between Slovakia and Republic of Ireland at National Training Centre in Senec, Slovakia. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Sinking the goal that parachuted Ireland directly into a final of the World Cup playoff series was a special moment for Denise O’Sullivan.

The Cork woman’s 18th international goal of a 96-cap senior international career was the winner against Slovakia in Tuesday’s concluding qualifier.