Troy Parrott seeks to create new Irish memories in Lille as Betis begin Champions League campaign

As George Hamilton put it so succinctly in the heat of the moment, “Robbie Brady brings us all to our feet in Lille”. It’s hard to believe that that famous goal – and celebration – to beat Italy at the European Championships is already a decade old.

The roof on the Stade Pierre-Mauroy was closed that night, spiking the decibel levels as Ireland fans celebrated their ticket to a last-16 clash with Euro 2016 hosts France, but also encasing the potent stench of stale beer in the air.