Inspired by his winner over Germany in Euro 2016 qualifying, the Southampton striker is now targeting a victory in their Euro 3016 opener
Shane Long is hoping to recreate the moment he downed world champions Germany when he lines up for Republic of Ireland against Sweden on Monday.
Long's goal defeated Germany in October in qualifying for Euro 2016 and he went on to enjoy a superb season with Southampton, in which he scored 10 goals in 28 Premier League appearances.
Now, Long has his sights set on Zlatan Ibrahimovic's Sweden.
"For four months now I've been waiting for this Sweden game and I just really want to get out there and get the result we deserve," he said.