'That's where I thrive': O’Sullivan set free as Ireland’s perfect 10

Since Saturday, we’ve witnessed the 29-year-old playmaker’s repertoire in full flight as she puts World Cup frustration behind her 

IN HER ELEMENT: Denise O'Sullivan of Republic of Ireland in action against Boglárka Vida of Hungary during the UEFA Women's Nations League B1 match between Hungary and Republic of Ireland at Hidegkuti Nándor Stadium in Budapest, Hungary. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Wearing No 10 is futile unless you’re operating as one. Denise O’Sullivan’s smile was as wide as the Danube River when asked after Tuesday's 4-0 trouncing over Hungary about her preferred position.

“Can you tell?” she beamed in Budapest. “No. 10 is my natural position. That’s where I thrive, dipping into those spaces.