Youghal’s scoring power proves decisive

Youghal’s ability to convert pressure into scores proved the difference in this East Cork U21 AFC final in Midleton last night as they survived a brave Erin’s Own fight back in the second-half to claim a deserved victory.

Youghal settled the quicker and opened the scoring when a brilliant team move put wing back Ronan O’Sullivan in the clear, but his goal effort flew over the bar.

Niall Scanlon replied for Erin’s Own three minutes later before teammate David Smiddy saw his goal attempt blocked by a Youghal body on the line after some slack defence.