The FAI confirmed on Monday that they will form part of a five-association bid to host the European Championships in 2028.
CEO Jonathan Hill announced the bid as part of the FAI's 'the vision is to unite the country in relation to football' as he rebuilds the association's reputation following the exit of his disgraced predecessor John Delaney.
The five associations - the FAI and Irish FA along with the English, Welsh and Scottish FAs - had originally looked to bid for the World Cup in 2030.