Alan Healy: Scotland's World Cup run shows what Ireland's hospitality sector is missing

The tangible and intangible economic benefits are obvious

Scotland fans at the World Cup match against Haiti at the Boston Stadium. Their domestic pub trade saw a £1.9m boost during the match.  Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire.

The celebratory World Cup scenes we are seeing each evening across the US, Mexico and Canada bring an obvious case of FOMO for Irish fans.

We would have been right at home in New Jersey, Vancouver, Miami or Guadalajara. No doubt our travelling supporters would be praised for bringing their good-natured vibes along with hopes and dreams to host cities.