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Emma Nevin

Dublin GAA jersey spotted on telly with Argentina fans at World Cup Final

A Dublin GAA fan was spotted sitting with Argentina fans during Sunday's World Cup Final.

The thrilling match saw Argentina win the trophy for the first time since 1986 after beating France on penalties. And it seems there were some Irish lucky enough to nab tickets for historic contest.

The Dublin fan in question was wearing last season's alternate jersey which features the same sky blue and white vertical stripes that are traditionally worn by the South American side. After being spotted on telly, the man generated some laughs online, with one person commenting: "Up the Dubs, we get in everywhere".

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Another wrote: "Congratulations to the fella in the Dublin jersey on Argentina’s victory in the #FIFAWorldCup today." A third said: "Just a Dublin Jersey blending in perfectly well with the Argentina fans."

Earlier in the competition, an Offaly jersey was spotted among the crowd at the Belgium VS Canada group match. An Irish Rugby jersey was also seen on telly during the game.

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