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Dear Sepp Blatter,

I, along with millions of viewers last night, watched France cheat their way to the World Cup.

The blatant handball and subsequent admission from Thierry Henry, the French captain, that his handling of the ball led to the goal, which knocked Ireland out of the competition, is a travesty for the highest ideals the World Cup represents.

Therefore I’m calling on you to hold a one off play-off for the final slot to the World Cup between Ireland and France at a neutral venue.

It’s the least we owe the thousands of devastated young fans around Ireland. For the dignity and integrity of football a replay must be played.

You have been often quoted in the past about FIFA’s role in ensuring fair play and proper sportsmanship. Here you have an opportunity to prove there is meaning behind these words and show children all over the world that in football those who cheat will not succeed.

Yours sincerely,

Dara Calleary TD, Minister of State