Ireland open season on a winning note

Republic of Ireland U-19 2 Norway U-19 0

Ireland open season on a winning note

Ireland's superiority was never really tested and with better finishing the margin of victory could have been far better as Ireland rarely looked threatened.

Bohemians striker Ward went close to a debut goal on the stroke of half time when a poor kick out by Norway goalkeeper Austbo allowed him a clear run on goal, but the 18-year-old delayed for too long and allowed the Norwegian defence to regroup and clear the danger.

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