THE Republic of Ireland U23 side lost their opening game of the International Challenge Trophy when they went down to England in front of a crowd of 1,570 at the RSC last night to all but end their chances of progressing in the competition.

PAUL DOOLIN says that he is keen to put the turmoil of his Cork City experience behind him as he takes up his new role as Republic of Ireland U23 manager.

Killian Brennan thinks that Pat Fenlon is the perfect manager to have in place as Bohemians set about defending their Premier Division title.

A PLACE in the final next spring against either England or Italy is at stake when the Republic of Ireland U23 team take on Belgium in the International Challenge Trophy at Dalymount Park on Tuesday, October 21 (kick off 7.30pm).

HE was close to being Bohemians manager just over a year ago but at the second attempt, the Dalymount Park side have finally got their man.