Taylor Swift delights Dublin fans as she praises Irish storytellers and accents

Taylor Swift performing on stage at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin (Liam McBurney/PA)

Taylor Swift fans swooned as the US superstar kicked off three nights of her blockbuster Eras Tour in Dublin with high praise for Ireland and its culture.

Thousands filled the stadium, many donning friendship bracelets and cowboys boots, and making the south Dublin venue sparkle with their colourful, creative outfits.