The FAI have said that they are in discussions with UEFA and with the Associations in Northern Ireland, Scotland and England regarding the effects on children of heading footballs.

The Football Association of Ireland is facing pressure to introduce a ban on youngsters heading the ball due to health concerns.

Legendary 1980s band, Madness, have given the thumbs up to a new music video which uses one of their biggest hits to showcase an inspiring Down Syndrome project in Ireland.