While he may have found his fame and fortune as a musician, Nicky Byrne's first love was football, with a career as a professional player in the 90s.
During his early years he played for local Dublin clubs, and in 1995 he signed for the UK premiership club Leeds United as a goalkeeper.
He was also a goalkeeper for the Republic of Ireland Under 15's, 16's and 18's teams.
The Westlife star reminisced on his time as a football player this weekend, with a family trip to the Leeds United grounds for a match.
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The family took a trip to the UK to visit his former club, with his wife Georgina and children Rocco, Jay, and Gia.
Cheering from the stands, the family watched Leeds United beat Cardiff a whopping 7-0.
Posting a series of snapshots and videos from the trip to social media, Nicky said: "A little family trip up @leedsunited today. It was great to be back and to bring my family to where it all started!"
"Great to see ex-teammate Ian Harte and ex-coach Eddie Gray and to chat with Man of the Match and goal scorer Daniel James," he said.
"What a game and what a win! 7-0 Leeds Leeds Leeds."
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