The celebrations will go on long into the night but the FAI gave fans a taste of the behind-the-scenes joy after Euro 2016 qualification was secured. 

From President Michael D Higgins' selfie with the heroes of the hour Jon Walters and Robbie Brady, and Ireland equipment officer Dick Redmond in a Superman outfit, it's a night to remember:

Ireland Celebrations!! from Football Association of Ireland on Vimeo.