And one Limerick's Facebook post on the subject has gone viral.

Fresh off the back of their electoral comeback, Fianna Fáil are no doubt feeling pleasantly surprised by this weekend’s election that sees them in a position to form a ’grand coalition’ Fine Gael.

With thanks from Three Ireland, Mike from Limerck pulled off a wonderful festive surprise for girlfriend Saara.

Limerick’s Mike McLoughlin surprised his girlfriend with the ultimate Chrismas gift - an engagement ring.

Ireland coaches Steve O’Neill and Andy Kelly refused to make excuses for a disappointing performance in tonight’s emphatic 56-16 defeat by France.