There have been one or two Republic of Ireland defenders over the years with a talent for hoofing the ball, but they’ve got nothing on this guy.
One Ireland supporter in a horse mask became an instant hero on the streets of Lille when he kicked a ball high through an open window, much to the delight of his fellow fans.
The video has taken the internet by storm.
Video: Irish man wearing horse mask scores goal through open window in Lille and the fans go crazy #irl #EURO2016 pic.twitter.com/x2Y4ZIYdn5
— Catherine Wylie (@wyliecatherine) June 21, 2016
And even afterwards the mystery horse man would not reveal his identity.
I'm having dinner with the famous goal-scoring horse man of Lille. #irl #EURO2016 pic.twitter.com/6oz88opftM
— Catherine Wylie (@wyliecatherine) June 21, 2016
Word is, he’s ready to strap his boots on against Italy tomorrow should he get the call from Martin O’Neill.
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