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Robert Hynes

Christy Dignam's daughter Kiera hailed for "beautiful performance" her dad would have been "super proud of"

Christy Dignam's daughter has been hailed for a "brilliant performance" at Dalymount Park on Friday night.

Kiera Dignam took to the pitch at half-time to sing Aslan hit Crazy World, much to the delight of the thousands of fans in attendance at the Dublin venue.

A minutes silence was held at Dalymount prior to the Dublin derby between Bohemians and Shamrock Rovers.

READ MORE: Kiera Dignam performs 'Crazy World' in honour of Dad Christy at Bohemians v Shamrock Rovers

The hosts also wore a special jersey with the logo of Aslan on the front in a tribute to the legendary singer.

Collections were also held at the derby among both sets of supporters, with all money raised going to the hospice where Christy spent his final days.

All proceeds from the sale of the special Aslan themed jersey will also be going to that same hospice.

Kiera's performance went down brilliantly with fans, with many people praising her on social media afterwards.

One person wrote: "Fantastic, Christy would have been super proud of her."

Another commented: "Beautiful performance and moment. Fair play Kiera."

Someone else said: "Absolutely amazing Kiera....well done."

"Amazing Kiera. Your dad Christy would be so proud of you. What a legend. You keep singing his songs," read another comment.

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