There’s a nervy night in store for the Irish.
With just one point to show from their opening two matches against Sweden and Belgium, they’re desperately in need of a win against Italy if they’re to go beyond Euro 2016’s group stage. Added to that, the Italians – not fancied by many before the tournament started – are the only side left with a 100% record.
Ahead of the match, Ireland supporters gathered in the streets of Lille and, judging by this, the nerves hadn’t quite kicked in just yet.
As you do! #Tournai #IRL #COYBIG #IRLITA pic.twitter.com/GFOqP6g10r
— Philip Nolan (@philipnolan1) June 22, 2016
Admittedly, we’ve not seen too many football fans prepare for a big game by skimming across a city centre water feature on a giant inflatable turtle before, Â but hey – each to their own.
