Denise O'Sullivan pushed up as Ireland look to break World Cup duck

The Girls in Green take on Nigeria in Brisbane on Monday morning.

OUT ON A HIGH: Katie McCabe, right, and Denise O'Sullivan of Republic of Ireland before the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 Group B match versus Nigeria at Brisbane Stadium. Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Denise O’Sullivan will operate in an advanced position for Ireland as they seek to conclude their first World Cup with victory of group leaders Nigeria in Brisbane.

Unlike her role as captain of North Carolina Courage, O’Sullivan has always been deployed by Ireland boss Vera Pauw as one of the two holding midfielders in her rigid structure.