Even in the glory days, there really hasn’t been a double-header to compare with this
The Irish players create a tunnel for Troy Parrott after the famous victory. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Thirty minutes after full-time and the open door off to the side of the main press conference room in the Puskas Arena allows a room of mostly silent Hungarians to hear the tunes pumping out of the away dressing room.
A 1990s dance tune is belting out of the speakers. Show Me Love by Robin S as it happens. Good choice. Good words. “Heartbreaks and promises,” as the opening verse goes, “I’ve had more than my share.”