Roy Keane had a very quick response after his future son-in-law Taylor Harwood-Bellis beat Ireland.
The Southampton player made his international debut against Roy’s former national team - and he even played a crucial part in the devastating loss for Ireland.
The Cork native left the studio in stitches as he commentated on the match between the two countries on Sunday, 17 November.
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Roy looked on as his soon-to-be son-in-law scored the fifth goal leading to a 5-0 win over Ireland at Wembley Stadium in London.
It was a double whammy for him as Taylor had the number 16 jersey on his back - the same number that the former Manchester United footballer had when he was at the club.
Working as a sports pundit for ITV, Roy admitted that it was a “bittersweet” moment for him.
One of the other presenters said: “Not everybody knows but that is your future son-in-law.”
The Irish legend had a hilarious response, stating that "things can change".
Roy jokingly said: “Yeah, it's not done and dusted yet. Things can change very quickly in the Keane household, let me tell you.”
His quick remark had his co-presenters, including fellow former footballer Ian Wright, bursting out laughing.
The presenter added: “[Taylor] may mention at Christmas lunch that he scored on his international debut and it took you more than three years to get your first international goal.”
He replied: “Three years, yeah?”
When it was pointed out that Taylor was also wearing the number 16 shirt, Roy said: “It’s good for him. It’s good for him to make his debut. He’s a bit of a goldthread.
“He’s a nice kid. His family has done a great job and he’s a really nice kid.”
Taylor briefly spoke about his connection to Roy during a press conference before England's recent match against Greece.
He said: “Yes, it’s something that is good and I take a lot of advice.”
Ahead of England’s match against Ireland, he was asked again if he went to Roy for any advice.
Focused on the sport, he replied: “Everything is focused on Greece. It’s a big game with the result at home last month as we lost. We want to go over there and get a result.”
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