It was an exciting weekend for footballers both on and off the pitch, and for former Ireland star Richie Sadlier, it will be one he won't forget.

Derry City FC took on Waterford in the Men's FAI Cup, beating them 1-0 at the Aviva Stadium, marking the club's seventh cup title.

And while Richie would usually be sitting in the studio, analysing the game, he got a chance to spend some quality time with his son.

The former striker brought his young son Sam to his first big game, and it looks like the three-year-old is hooked already.

Sitting in the stands, Sam had his eye keenly on the game while his dad took some shots to remember.

Posting them on his social media, he wrote, 'Sam’s debut in the Aviva, our first game together, and the first big outing for my incredibly sexy new Movember moustache. A bloody great day all round.'

In an adorable snap, it looks like Sam is still in two minds about who he supports, and he wore a scarf with the colours of both teams, draped around his neck.

Dressed in a green jumper and grey trousers, the three-year-old looked every inch the budding football fan as he made his way to the stadium.

Sam made sure to get himself right among the crowd as he watched the teams tackle it out for the trophy.

He was enjoying every second of the excitement of his first big game alongside his proud dad!

Next step for Sam...taking his place on the pitch!