World Cup could deny fans election vote

Tens of thousands of Irish football fans who travel to see Ireland play in the World Cup may be therefore unable t to vote, if Bertie Ahern goes to the polls during the tournament.

Tens of thousands of Irish football fans who travel to see Ireland play in the World Cup may be therefore unable to vote, if Bertie Ahern goes to the polls during the tournament.

The World Cup kicks off on May 31 - less than four weeks before the deadline for an election.