Exclusive: The player-turned-pundit, 61, believes the news, which is expected to be officially confirmed next Tuesday by UEFA, will inspire a generation of young football fans.
The player-turned-pundit, 61, believes the news, which is expected to be officially confirmed next Tuesday by UEFA, will inspire a generation of young football fans.
Ray, who became a Boys in Green hero after scoring key goals against England and Italy during his career, said that big tournaments attract the best players which will be great for Irish youngsters to witness on home soil. Customary qualification places are usually given to host nations but since Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will have games - it’s unlikely all five will be given an automatic spot.
“I think it will inspire a lot of the players because they’ll want to do well because they’ll be really thinking about it over the next few years.”
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