‘We are reaching out to let them know they are welcome and part of our society’

Shamrock Rovers have struck up a sponsorship agreement with the Clondalkin Towers Direct Provision Centre to bring residents to home games at Tallaght Stadium. Ciarán Kennedy boarded the bus with the newest fans of domestic football and got a taste of their restricted experience of Irish life.

Joshua’s favourite footballer is Lionel Messi. Rex likes Cristiano Ronaldo. This announcement sparks the other boys into life.