SCORING his first goal for Ireland against Mexico today would make Darren Potter the happiest Scouser in Al Ain.

HE might not be on any talent scouts’ hit-list as they eagerly search for the next Maradona, Figo or Ronaldinho at UAE 2003, for now Willo Flood is too busy fending off comparisons with Ireland’s greatest World Youth Championship product – Damien Duff.