Irish Player Wins €1 Million in EuroMillions Raffle; Louth Player Scores €500,000

An Irish player has become a millionaire after winning €1,005,000 in the EuroMillions Ireland Only Raffle on July 28, 2025. The winning ticket was purchased online in Sligo, marking a significant moment for the National Lottery. Players across the country are encouraged to check their tickets, as this event has brought joy to not just one, but also other fortunate participants.

The winning raffle ticket number from the recent draw was I-SLF-56168. National Lottery officials have confirmed that they have already sent notifications and emails to the Sligo winner, advising them to check their apps for further instructions. The winner can contact the National Lottery prize claims team at 1800 666 222 or via email at [email protected] to arrange the collection of their prize.

Major Wins Across Ireland

Friday’s EuroMillions draw featured a special Ireland Only raffle event, ensuring that one lucky player would take home a staggering prize of €1,005,000. In addition to the Sligo winner, nine other players also won €5,000 each in the same raffle. This victory has made the Sligo player the 16th National Lottery millionaire of the year.

In another highlight from the evening, a player from Louth won €500,000 in the EuroMillions Plus draw. This player matched all five numbers, securing a substantial win. The winning Quick Pick ticket was purchased on July 26, 2025, at Applegreen on Old Newry Road in Dundalk, Co Louth. The winning numbers for the EuroMillions Plus draw were 4, 5, 15, 16, and 40.

Despite the excitement surrounding these wins, the EuroMillions jackpot remains unclaimed, currently standing at an impressive €166,241,768. In total, over 67,000 players won prizes across both the EuroMillions and EuroMillions Plus draws, underscoring the widespread popularity of the game.

National Lottery’s Response

National Lottery spokesperson Darragh O’Dwyer expressed enthusiasm about the wins, stating, “What a night for our players! We’ve got a brand-new millionaire in Sligo thanks to the Ireland Only Raffle, and a brilliant €500,000 win in Louth from the EuroMillions Plus draw. That’s €1.5 million in top tier prizes heading to two counties in one night! We’re absolutely thrilled and can’t wait to meet our latest winners including Ireland’s newest millionaire!”

This recent surge in winnings demonstrates the excitement of participating in the EuroMillions, as players from different regions experience life-changing moments. With more draws ahead, players remain hopeful for their chance to join the ranks of Ireland’s millionaires.