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Hosting Euros will put Ireland on target for other major sporting events

The Ryder Cup, the British Open and the Europa League final are all on the way, which could also put us in the frame for other tournaments

Italian team captain Giorgio Chiellini lifts the Henri Delaunay Trophy following his team's victory in the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship at Wembley Stadium in 2021. Picture: Getty

With Ireland and the UK’s bid for Uefa Euro 2028 expected to be ratified on Tuesday, a successful job hosting the event could put Ireland in the frame for other major tournaments.

“It can help Ireland to win other big events. It will showcase our ability to host major world-class tournaments,” Kelli O’Keeffe, head of sports advisory at Teneo Ireland, told the Business Post.

“This will put Ireland on the map in the field. It ...