As French broadcaster Mathilde Terrier told the Canal+ network, "They won't win the European Championship, but they could win the award for the best fans." A nun who found herself on a train with Ireland fans was also serenaded, with a jovial rendition of "Our Father." Ireland fans joined Northern Irish tributes to Rodgers by singing "Stand up for the Ulstermen" during the draw with Sweden. "We've seen some great scenes between the Republic of Ireland fans and our own," O'Neill told The Associated Press. Irish fans have found praise from media outlets in France and further afield.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 21, 2016 14:48 UTC