The Republic of Ireland fans paid their respect to Darren Rodgers, the Northern Ireland fan who died in Nice.
The 24-year-old from Ballymena tragically passed away after falling eight metres from a barrier along the seafront in Nice. He had been one of the thousands of Northern Ireland fans in the city to cheer on Michael O’Neill’s side in their Group C opening game against Poland.
Awful, awful news from France https://t.co/HdGRA0Rz4j
— SportsJOE (@SportsJOEdotie) June 13, 2016
During the Republic of Ireland’s game against Sweden on Monday, a group of fans were heard chanting “stand up for the Ulstermen”.
Both the Irish Football Association, and fans of Northern Ireland, were grateful to the support from the Irish fans in attendance at the Stade de France in Paris.
Proof that the power of football extends beyond borders, and a great sign of solidarity in a difficult time for everyone associated with Northern Ireland and Darren’s family.
Thanks to the fans of @FAIreland who sang 'stand up for the Ulstermen' tonight in memory of Darren Rodgers #footballfamily
— Northern Ireland (@NorthernIreland) June 13, 2016
ROI fans singing Stand up for the Ulstermen in tribute to N Ireland fan Darren Rodgers who died in Nice.
Brilliant work.— RH (@11gawa) June 13, 2016
How special is this in Nice tonight. What a wonderfully weird wee island we live on. #together #GAWA #COYBIG pic.twitter.com/mT2YjXOoKL
— Stephen Blevins (@stephenblevins9) June 13, 2016
Wonderful scenes as Republic of Ireland fans sing "Stand Up For The Ulstermen" in tribute to Darren Rodgers… https://t.co/CJGioh8ZPo
— Mick Fealty’s dormant account (@ex_liberis) June 13, 2016
