Ireland and the UK have dropped their bid to host World Cup 2030, which they announced last year. Instead, The Republic of Ireland, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales will focus on a joint bid for Euro 2028.

Anton was joined by Jonathan Hill. CEO of the FAI and Jack Chambers, Minister of State for Sport to discuss the bid and the positive impact hosting this tournament would have on the country...

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