Ireland In Czechia For Crucial World Cup Play Off

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A win will move Ireland to within 90 minutes of the World Cup in North America.

Irish supporters from the midlands are making their voices heard for Ireland's World Cup playoff semi-final today. 

Heimar Hallgrimsson's Republic of Ireland side take on Czechia in Prague tonight, as they aim to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 2002. 

The winner of tonight's game in Prague will host either Denmark or North Macedonia in the playoff final next Tuesday.

There are 1,000 tickets set aside for away supporters at the Fortuna Arena this evening, yet many more have travelled to the Czech capital.

Chairman of the Republic of Ireland Soccer Supporters in Tullamore, John Joyce is in Prague alongside 17 fellow fans from the club. 

He says an early goal can swing the atmosphere in Ireland's favour: 

Meanwhile, stalwart defender Séamus Coleman has paid tribute to the travelling fans:
 

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