With early tests now passed, Ireland go in search of World Cup progression 

Ireland’s Jaden Umeh and head coach Colin O'Brien. Pic: Inpho

Two wins and a draw earned Colin O'Brien's Republic of Ireland under-17s top spot in Group J and a Round of 32 clash with Canada at the World Cup in Qatar.

So what will the knockout phase bring that the group stage didn't? O'Brien spoke post-Paraguay of how "cup football" awaits following their successful navigation of the group stage. That win-or-go-home pressure also awaits.