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Cooke to continue in Ireland

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Paul Cooke has been re-elected Football Association of Ireland (FAI) president for a further two years.

Paul Cooke speaks at the FAI's 2025 AGM
Paul Cooke speaks at the FAI's 2025 AGM Sportsfile via Getty Images

Cooke, originally elected in 2023, will now lead the FAI until 2027 as they prepare to co-host UEFA EURO 2028.

Last year, the Dublin Arena successfully staged the UEFA Europa League final, with the FAI, local authorities and services praised for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for supporters.