Shane Long's throwback post is absolutely perfect. At that age, it could only have been dreams that fueled his hopes of one day representing his country at a major international tournament - but his dreams have very much come true.
Donning the iconic jersey Ireland wore at the 1994 World Cup, Long would only have been 6-year-old when the tournament took place - but like every young boy, Long could only have dreamed of one day wearing the shirt.
After representing Ireland at back to back European championships in 2012 and 2016 - Long has yet to take part in a World Cup. But optimism will be high in the Irish camp after a good Euro 2016 tournament, Shane Long and Ireland will be quietly confident that they can qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Throwback to me as a kid! #lovedthatjersey #lovedthatpillowtoo #COYBIG pic.twitter.com/uioAGxcDGl
— Shane Long (@ShaneLong7) July 17, 2016
Great kit choice, though. The best Irish kit of the 1990s?
Probably.
