It might not have been as easy as we would have liked, but Ireland have done it.
Joe Schmidt's men have guaranteed themselves a quarter-final place and face France next week knowing a win would mean they top the group.
Captain Paul O’Connell was interviewed moments after the final whistle
“Probably a disappointing performance, very inaccurate,” he said honestly.
“The crowd were amazing, I wish we put on a better performance for them.”
“Hopefully we can do it next week.”