President Michael D. Higgins congratulates the Irish soccer teams
Date: Wed 22nd Jun, 2016 | 11:24
22 June 2016
President Michael D. Higgins today congratulated the Irish soccer teams competing in the European soccer championships.
“Tonight’s game was a wonderful achievement and I want to extend my warmest congratulations to the Republic of Ireland team, the coaches and all those who made this well deserved success possible.
All of those interested in soccer will welcome the fact that now both Irish teams have made it through to the knock out stages of the tournament, and remain in contention for the Henri Delaunay cup.
May I pay tribute to the Irish fans who have earned widespread acclaim for their behaviour in France. Ireland could not wish for better ambassadors abroad.”