TJ Shaughnessy (aged 11), from Stradbally, Co Laois, was the proud winner of a competition run by Kia Motors Ireland on TV3 that will make him the envy of all young Irish soccer fans.
His prize involves going on the pitch next Sunday at Ireland's game against Croatia in Poland, accompanying the match officials to hand over the match ball to the referee prior to kick off.
As Kia Official Ball Carrier for the game, TJ is pictured above being congratulated by James Brooks, Managing Director of Kia Motors Ireland on his win.
TJ will be accompanied to Poznan by his proud father, Terence. They will both get to spend two nights in Poznan and naturally, will also have prime seats to see the game itself.