It's almost a cliche to say it, but today's defeat against France was a valiant one.

An incredibly powerful and physical performance by Ireland wasn't enough to stave off a reinvigorated France in the second half, despite numerous attempts and strong play by Darren Randolph.

Twitter was a sea of emotions from the very beginning, of course. It all began with Robbie Brady's awe-inspiring penalty in the opening two minutes - the fastest goal in the tournament - and from there, so goes the story.

 

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Keep in mind, that's a parody account - but, still, you never know with Michael D.

 

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We need to rename this road Robbie Brady Rd. All in favour?

 

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True, in fairness.

 

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Kanté make jokes at a time like this.

 

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Too soon?

 

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There won't be a tyre changed in Lyon tonight.

 

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He'd murder the defence. Literally.

 

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We also have Liam Neeson, Michael Fassbender, the Gleesons and Michael D. Higgins. Who have the French got? Jean Reno? That short-arse Sarkozy?! HAH.

 

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That's the only upside to Brexit so far.

 

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We even had Ser Davos standing behind us. What a shame.