Neighbours become strangers to us overnight

The sights and sounds of World Cups.

Neighbours become strangers to us overnight
Sat, 21 Jun, 2014 - 01:00
Larry Ryan (2).jpg
Larry Ryan

The photo album in ourheads. Iconic images from the business end. Kempes dancing in litter, Tardelli’s catharsis, Brehme’s bad foot, Baggio melting, zombified Ronaldo, reanimated Ronaldo, Zizou’s lid popping, Iniesta’s lasting memorial to a friend.

An album the whole world can flick through.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

Benefit image

Introductory offer. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €10/month. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Munster v Leinster - Guinness PRO14 Round 12 S Duncan Casey: Earls and Murray criticism will sting but might spark necessary Munster reflection
Bundee Aki with fans 20/9/2025 S Colin Sheridan: Is that optimism? The time is now for Connacht 
Cian McPhillips celebrates winning the semi-final ahead of Max Bergin as he crosses the finish line setting a new national recor S Cathal Dennehy: Cian McPhillips' talent was hiding in plain sight, now everyone can see it
CourtsSports Columnistslarry ryanWorld CupColumnPlace: EnglandPlace: SpainPlace: MexicoPlace: ItalyPlace: São PauloPlace: BrazilPerson: KempesPerson: TardelliPerson: BrehmePerson: RonaldoPerson: ZizouPerson: IniestaPerson: godPerson: KevPerson: TrevPerson: RonaldinhoPerson: LampardPerson: BillPerson: Rickie LambertPerson: Lee DixonPerson: Roy HodgsonPerson: RoyPerson: LampsPerson: SteviePerson: Clive TyldesleyPerson: Adrian ChilesPerson: Glenn HoddlePerson: BilloPerson: GilesyEvent: World CupsOrganisation: Judas PriestOrganisation: ITVOrganisation: EnglandOrganisation: Italy
<p>Kate O'Connor of Ireland celebrates after winning silver in the women's heptathlon at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile</p>

S Kieran Shannon: Kate O’Connor proves she belongs among the world's best all-rounders

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

IE Logo

Outdoor Trails

Discover the great outdoors on Ireland's best walking trails

Start Exploring

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Anthony Daly
Anthony Daly

At the heart of the GAA

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited