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The Last Word With Matt Cooper

Calls For Longer Pub Openings If Ireland Qualifies For World Cup

In order to qualify for the World Cup in the Summer, Ireland has to win two away games in March and...
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5:25 PM - 16 Jan 2026



The Last Word With Matt Cooper

Calls For Longer Pub Openings If Ireland Qualifies For World Cup

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Today FM

5:25 PM - 16 Jan 2026

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In order to qualify for the World Cup in the Summer, Ireland has to win two away games in March and April. The World Cup will take place in Mexico, Canada and America.

Barry Heneghan, Independent TD for Dublin Bay North and Sheila Gilheany, chief executive, Alcohol Action Ireland debate whether pubs should be granted licenses to extend hours during the World Cup, if Ireland qualifies.

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