Fans travel to World Cup despite no team representation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Despite neither Northern Ireland nor the Republic of Ireland qualifying for the FIFA World Cup, fans are traveling to North America to support the tournament. Local supporters like Roger Woodend and Alex Logan expressed excitement over the atmosphere, noting the energy and camaraderie among attendees. Others, such as Richard Kehoe and Ronan Quinn, also shared experiences from matches they attended, reflecting on the cost of tickets and the joy of being part of a global event. The tournament continues to attract fans eager to embrace the World Cup experience.
- •Fans from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland attend matches in North America.
- •Roger Woodend and Alex Logan traveled from Canada to see matches.
- •Richard Kehoe watched a match between South Africa and Czech Republic.
- •Costs for attending the tournament have been a significant topic among fans.
- •Fans emphasize the sense of community and excitement surrounding the event.
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"BBC News NI has been talking to fans who have travelled from Northern Ireland and beyond to be at the tournament in North America.
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