In 1994, Steve Coogan's iconic character Alan Partridge graced an episode of BBC Two's comedy The Day Today, offering a tongue-in-cheek take on that year's World Cup. The segment, which has since turned into a widely-shared meme, featured him droning "Goal!" alongside comically overblown commentary like "S**t! Did you see that?"

Fast forward three decades and the Middleton actor is set to delve back into the World Cup scene – this time, he's stepping onto the field to recreate one of football's most notorious bust-ups.

His latest film Saipan premieres in the UK on Friday (September 19), delving into the infamous grudge match between Republic of Ireland's then-captain Roy Keane and manager Mick McCarthy before the 2002 World Cup.

Starring Steve himself and Irish actor Éanna Hardwi

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