In pictures: Ireland’s U20s celebrate incredible comeback victory against England

A superb second-half comeback by the Ireland U20s saw them secure a precious away victory.

By Stephen Barry

A superb second-half comeback by the Ireland U20s saw them secure a precious 26-20 victory on English soil.

Without a win in two U20 Six Nations games, that record looked like continuing early in the second-half as they trailed by 14 points, 20-6.

However tries by captain James Ryan and winger Matthew Byrne narrowed the gap, before loosehead prop Andrew Porter sealed the remarkable victory.

Ireland captain James Ryan, top left, congratulates Andrew Porter, hidden, after scoring the winning try at Kingston Park. All photos by: Ramsey Cardy / SPORTSFILE

Ireland players, including Kelvin Brown and Shane Daly, celebrate at the final whistle.

Shane Daly, left, and Will Connors celebrate following Ireland’s victory.

Peter Claffey embraces winning try-scorer Andrew Porter, following their side's win.

James Ryan celebrates after scoring Ireland’s first try of the game.

Ireland's Adam McBurney celebrates with teammates and backroom staff at Kingston Park, Newcastle.

Ireland try-scorer Matthew Byrne with supporters.

Match-winner Andrew Porter celebrates.