Before departing to the World Cup Finals in the United States, the Republic of Ireland soccer squad are in London.
Following a 1- 0 win against Bolivia in preparation for the World Cup the Republic of Ireland soccer team is in London for a promotional event.
Sheffield Wednesday's John Sheridan was the Republic of Ireland scorer in Lansdowne Road.
Republic of Ireland manager Jack Charlton is full of praise for his midfield player,
He keeps his head down and he whistled it into the back of the net.
A black tie dinner event sponsored by Guinness is held in London's Café Royal to celebrate the soccer squad and Jack Charlton’s achievements in reaching the World Cup finals in the United States. Defenders Paul McGrath and Alan Kernaghan remain in Dublin and do not partake in the celebration banquet.
The dinner is attended by the Taoiseach Albert Reynolds, the Irish Ambassador Joseph Small and 600 guests including leading personalities from sport, politics, show business and the arts.
Albert Reynolds was not at the match in Lansdowne Road but believes the win is a good omen.
A great performance, a good warmer upper isn't it?
The Taoiseach will be attending the World Cup matches but before that, he must meet the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom John Major to discuss the progress of their joint peace declaration.
The Republic of Ireland squad departs for the United States on 6 June 1994.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 25 May 1994. The reporter is Brian O’Connell.
