Katie McCabe, captain of the Republic of Ireland women's football team and an Arsenal defender, considers the team's qualification for the 2023 Women’s World Cup as the pinnacle of her career. Despite winning trophies at club level, she described the euphoric experience of leading her country in their first-ever World Cup as unparalleled. McCabe noted the significance of this achievement, especially given the efforts of those who came before her. Although the team faced a strong group and finished last, they made their presence felt in the tournament.
Katie McCabe stated, 'For me it would be qualifying for the World Cup with Ireland. I have never experienced a feeling like it in my career.'
McCabe reflected, 'It was euphoric. It was something we had been trying to achieve for so long... leading the girls out in Australia for the first game was a really special feeling.'
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