The upcoming Notre Dame vs. Navy college football game in Dublin has attracted an estimated 40,000 American football fans, leading to what the US ambassador to Ireland, Claire Cronin, has called the largest single peacetime movement of US citizens out of the country in history. The game, part of the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, has drawn attention not only for the sporting event itself but also for the significant economic and cultural impact it will have on the host city. The US Congressional delegations accompanying Ambassador Cronin to Ireland for this event signify the bipartisan support and friendship between the US and Ireland. Last year's game in Dublin between Northwestern and Nebraska drew about 42,700 fans, including 18,000 American tourists. The game between Notre Dame and Navy will be played at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin, and will be broadcast on NBC. This year's Aer Lingus College Football Classic has been eagerly anticipated by fans and piques the interest of those watching as American sports continue to expand their reach internationally.