Finnegan Fathers' Candles for World Cup Hope

0:00On March 25th, a father and his 12-year-old son from Newary Ireland are bringing some homemade luck to the national team's World Cup qualifier against Czechia. Graham and James Finnegan crafted special candles, modeled after striker Troy Parrad, hoping to boost the team's chances in this key match in Prague. The idea sparked after Ireland's dramatic win over Hungary, which James called the Miracle of Budapest. He started making the candles at home, and they've already produced hundreds for fellow fans seeking a bit of divine help for Parrad's scoring touch. These two are die-hard supporters with season tickets at a Viva Stadium for the past four years. Home gains have become their special bonding time, complete with a consistent routine of drives from Newary, Fish and Chips, and Stadium Snacks. This trip marks their first away match together, a big step as they chase more international adventures. Graham says it highlights how crucial these outings are for major qualifiers. They're lighting their candles at a historic church before kickoff, dreaming of a win

1:01that keeps Ireland's World Cup hopes alive, and ramps up candle, sails back home for the next round.