Ireland and the UK have launched a joint bid to host Euro 2028.
The Public Expenditure Minister says local sports facilities should benefit from hosting the Euros.
It looks like Ireland's joint bid with Britain will be the only application to host the major tournament.
The FAI is seeking to jointly stage games with England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The government will formally back the move today.
Minister Michael McGrath says it should have a trickle-down effect in terms of improving facilities.
The football associations in the UK and Ireland are confident they will be confirmed as joint hosts of Euro 2028 later this week, with currently no rival bids to host the tournament.
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"I spend most of my weekends on the sidelines of pitches watching matches," he said.
"I think in recent years we have seen very significant improvements in facilities."
"We will have to ensure that there is a dividend for communities around the country in relation to their sporting facilities."
The Irish Hotels Federation has also welcomed the move, saying it'll be a boost for the tourism sector.
