Ireland's continued its remarkable run at the women's hockey world cup in England

Playing in their first world cup in 16 years, the world number 16's have beaten Spain 3-2 in a penalty shootout after their semi final finished one-all in regulation time.

But they'll face an even tougher task in tomorrow's final, when they meet defending champions the Netherlands.

The Dutch have also needed a penalty shootout to advance past Australia, after their match finished locked at one-all.