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Back to EpisodesIreland's Parliament Rallies for Soccer Team, Urges Access for Fans
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In a show of unity, Irelands parliament rallied behind the national soccer team ahead of their crucial match. While leaders wished the players good luck, Sinn Feins Pearse Doherty highlighted a problem for Northern Ireland fans due to geoblocking. Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon pointed out the lack of full-sized soccer pitches for kids in Dublins inner areas and the funding shortfalls, with Dublin receiving half the national average. Prime Minister Simon Harris agreed, promising a new round of grants to address these issues and build on the teams momentum.
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