The Republic of Ireland start their Euro 2016 campaign against Sweden tonight, with team selection and predictions the main topics of conversation the length and breadth of the country.
But did you know that if you are discussing the team on Twitter, you can help get our national colours on one of the world’s most iconic landmarks?
Use #IRL on social media today to we ensure the Eiffel Tower turns green tonight! https://t.co/GAtDVBMwg5 #COYBIG pic.twitter.com/xutlZ56zns
— FAIreland (@FAIreland) June 13, 2016
For the duration of the tournament, the team that gets the most mentions on Twitter each day – using the official hashtag – will see their colours used to light up the Eiffel Tower in the heart of Paris.
After their opening game win against Slovakia, Wales had the pleasure of seeing their colours shining out on the Paris skyline on Saturday night.
Just seen this!! Nice touch France 🙌🏻 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/rV7OZEm98D
— Gareth Bale (@GarethBale11) June 12, 2016
It is unclear if that will be the case tonight as it is reported that the famous monument will instead be lit in US colours – in solidarity after the tragic Orlando shootings over the weekend.
#Eiffel Tower to be lit in US colors after #Orlando killings#OrlandoNightclubShooting #MEC pic.twitter.com/TNW5hVg2hx
— Middle East Channel (@MEChannelLive) June 13, 2016
But if not tonight, there is still plenty of time to get the green, white and gold up there.
So get tweeting folks and don’t forget the #IRL hashtag – it’s our patriotic duty.
Help us put the Irish Tricolour on the Eiffel Tower in #Paris! Show your support and tweet #IRL today! #COYBIG #EURO2016
— Embassy of Ireland (@IrlEmbCroatia) June 13, 2016
The Eiffel Tower will be lit in Ireland's colours if #IRL is the top hashflag of the day. You know what to do. https://t.co/0sisXGq6iv
— Gavan Reilly (@gavreilly) June 13, 2016
Ireland! Light up the Eiffel Tower in green, white and orange tonight! Use #IRL all day and we’ll paint Paris in the Irish colours. #YBIG
— Philip O'Connor (@philipoconnor) June 13, 2016
