A local football fan says he is 'surprised' that the majority of Irish supporters are hoping for England to crash out at the World Cup.
Research commissioned by Ladbrokes revealed that support for England is divided among Irish fans.
According to the survey, 29 per cent of Irish fans said they would be happy to see England win the trophy.
Speaking on the Joe Finnegan Show this morning, Johnny McManus, of Cavan Monaghan Soccer league says most fans support English teams every day:
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The research showed that support is stronger among fans who are aged 65 or over - at 43 per cent.
Chair of Cavan's Older People Council, Bob Gilbert says the younger generation are aware of their past history:
