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Why Ireland fans’ have come into criticism for singing the Cranberries’ “Zombie”

That was the sound of Ireland's rugby supporters at the Stade de France on Saturday night, celebrating the team's World Cup win over South Africa,   However, the choice of 'Zombie' by the Cranberries has proven contentious, coming into criticism on social media.   Tadhg Hickey, comedian, and podcaster, explained his concern about the choice of song. 

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07.00 25 Sep 2023


Why Ireland fans’ have come into criticism for singing the Cranberries’ “Zombie”


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That was the sound of Ireland's rugby supporters at the Stade de France on Saturday night, celebrating the team's World Cup win over South Africa,  

However, the choice of 'Zombie' by the Cranberries has proven contentious, coming into criticism on social media.  

Tadhg Hickey, comedian, and podcaster, explained his concern about the choice of song. 


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