Ireland is set to host the UEFA European Championships in 2028, after the Government formally backed a joint-bid of the five football associations of the UK and Ireland.
It is believed that the UK and Ireland bid will be unopposed, meaning that Dublin will host a number of games at the prestigious tournament.
A Government spokesperson confirmed their backing of the bid on Wednesday morning, saying: "Following the detailed work undertaken by the Government partners and five Football Associations of Ireland and the UK in relation to the feasibility of hosting the UEFA European Championships 2028, the Government has reviewed the current estimated costs and benefits associated with the event and has agreed to support the submission of an expression of interest by the Football Association of Ireland for the proposed joint UK and Ireland bid for Euros 2028.
