John Aldridge: Reunion of Ireland’s Italia ‘90 World Cup squad a truly special moment
It’s almost 35 years since one of the greatest moments in Irish sporting folklore, but Paddy’s weekend get-together showed bond between players is still as strong as ever
President of Ireland Michael D Higgins and wife Sabina with John Aldridge and his other half Joan at Áras an Uachtaráin. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
It was an honour to spend time with President Michael D Higgins and my old Ireland teammates from the 1990 World Cup squad on Paddy’s weekend as we reminisced about a great moment in our nation’s sporting history.
Niall Quinn got the old band back together as we recalled the memorable days playing under Jack Charlton and the joy we brought to so many people across the country.
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