The iconic picture of Che Guevara that has been displayed on the walls of millions of student bedsits and t-shirts was created by Irish artist Jim Fitzpatrick who has his studio on Burrow Road, Sutton. Jim Fitzpatrick is also famous for his album cover art for Thin Lizzy.
On July 20th 2009, Cristiano Ronaldo made his debut for Real Madrid when he played a pre-season friendly against Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght Stadium. Real Madrid won 1- 0.