Could we see the World Cup being held aloft the next time we see the Ireland squad at Dublin airport?
Joe Schmidt’s side began their World Cup journey this evening as they boarded the plane with their tournament opener against Canada bright in their minds.
The team has arrived at @DublinAirport for the flight to Cardiff! #GreenSpirit pic.twitter.com/zQhlRZmfCO
— Aer Lingus (@AerLingus) September 16, 2015
It begins. #ShoulderToShoulder pic.twitter.com/rBNPVWMNQG
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) September 16, 2015
Captain Paul O’Connell, whose World Cup will be the last we’ll see of him in the green of Ireland, said a few words ahead of the boarding call.
A word of thanks from @Paul_OConnell #ShoulderToShoulder #greenspirit pic.twitter.com/RmtySQkuTJ — Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) September 16, 2015
There was no secret made of the plane’s cargo.
Getting ready to board #GreenSpirit #ShoulderToShoulder pic.twitter.com/8cJbTJwAGD
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) September 16, 2015
The lads did their best Richard Nixon impression as they posed on the steps of the aircraft.
On our way! #ShoulderToShoulder pic.twitter.com/QiUNNaWMGf — Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) September 16, 2015
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Of course there were a few selfies in the offing from the younger boys.
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And you’ll be happy to learn that they landed safe and sound.
