Dejected Ireland fans considering backing N. Ireland's Euro 2016 team

Dejected Republic of Ireland fans are mulling a switch in allegiance to Northern Ireland after their drubbing at the hands of Belgium.

Dejected Ireland fans considering backing N. Ireland's Euro 2016 team
Sat, 18 Jun, 2016 - 18:07

Dejected Republic of Ireland fans are mulling a switch in allegiance to Northern Ireland after their drubbing at the hands of Belgium.

Thousands in green jerseys thronged pubs and beer gardens throughout central Dublin after an outdoor fan zone on Dame Lane was unexpectedly pulled.

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