Brighton defender Shane Duffy wants to play for the Republic of Ireland if they're awarded the 2028 Euros hosting.

Duffy will be 36 when 2028 comes around, and while he admits he doesn't know what will happen between now and then, he is hoping he is still on the scene.

“In football we're not naive, especially with the younger ones coming through," he said.

“I don't know how it will go. Age is just a number – if I am feeling fit - I saw John O'Shea and Robbie Keane play at the ages they were.

“Every chance is big to play for your country at major tournaments. It would be daft to say, 'No, I wouldn't want to be a part of it.' It's about me keeping myself right – but I don't know where I'll be when I am 36. You just made me feel old, cheers for that.

“But you never say never. I've seen players play until they are 36, 37, 38, 40. If I am still at a good level and playing well, you never know. But I don't have a crystal ball."