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People are obsessed with Team Ireland's 'Luigi' inspired Olympic uniforms

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LATE LAST NIGHT, the Olympics Opening Ceremony took place in Rio de Janeiro, with boxer Paddy Barnes leading Team Ireland in the Parade of Nations.

Rio Olympics Opening Ceremony Source: David J. Phillip/PA Wire

And just like the Euros, the Irish team is already attracting attention – this time, for their fashion. Yes, really.

13925346_1320424017982818_7539210962934265136_n Source: Facebook/Team Ireland

They of course looked very smart in their navy tracksuits with green sleeves, but viewers could only think of this guy:

luigi Source: wikia

That’s right – Team Ireland is now Team Luigi. It’s already become a bit of a meme on Twitter:

comfybear Source: Twitter/@abearinmind

teamluigi Source: Twitter/@lysi_herrera

Y’know what? We’re here for it. TEAM LUIGI FOR THE WIN!

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