Ireland open season on a winning note

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

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.