Rio de Janeiro's Christ the Redeemer statue provided a stunning backdrop for World Cup matches at the iconic Maracana stadium.

Croke Park's got one of its own now thanks to Paddy Power.

It might not be of Christ the Redeemer proportions, but Donegal manager Jim McGuinness now has his likeness temporarily standing guard outside GAA HQ ahead of the All Ireland, arms aloft, serenely welcoming the masses into the arena and casting blessings on the Donegal flock...

The statue is erected to honour Jim McGuinnes & his miraculous powers in guiding Donegal to another All Ireland final pic.twitter.com/gcFFM2bJmv

— Paddy Power (@paddypower) September 19, 2014

There have been other efforts...

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