Fairytale Of New York favourite for Christmas number one

‘Fairytale of New York’ is the clear 1/5 favourite for the Christmas number one in Ireland, according to Ladbrokes.

Following yesterday’s news that The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan has passed away, fans are rushing to pay tribute to the iconic musician with bookies reporting that they have been inundated with support for the festive hit to top the charts this year.

Nicola McGeady of Ladbrokes said:

"The bells will no doubt be ringing out for Shane MacGowan this year as fans rush to pay tribute to the iconic Irish musician. If this latest surge in support is anything to go by, ‘Fairytale of New York’ looks certain to be top of the charts come December 25th."

**Christmas Number One in Ireland

The Pogues - 1/5

Wham! - 6/1

Mariah Carey - 10/1

Jack Harlow - 12/1

Sidemen - 12/1

Taylor Swift - 12/1