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Irish fighting fit as O'Sullivan cleared for WWC opener

Ireland skipper Katie McCabe (l) says her team is ready for a physical match against the Matildas. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Ireland have passed midfielder Denise O'Sullivan fit to feature against Australia as they declared themselves up for the fight in their Women's World Cup opener.

Irish boss Vera Pauw said O'Sullivan was able to play at Stadium Australia on Thursday night, less than a week after being injured as Ireland's warm-up friendly with Colombia in Brisbane was abandoned due to its physical nature.

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