Ireland’s Nations League fate hinges on final flourish

Ireland need a flawless finish, and maybe some help from elsewhere, if they are to top their Nations League group

In the absence of the suspended Katie McCabe, Denise O'Sullivan captains Ireland against Greece on Thursday. Pic: ©INPHO/Tom Maher

Sporting a shiny engagement ring on her finger, Denise O’Sullivan knows it will take a sparkling run-in for Ireland to finish top of their Nations League group.

Wins in all three remaining games – Tuesday against Greece, plus the final double-header against Turkey and Slovenia – may not be enough to reach the summit.