Hughton gets Irish U-19 call for second Chile test

TOTTENHAM defender Cian Hughton — son of former Irish and Spurs full-back Chris Hughton — will make his first International appearance of the season tonight when Ireland’s U-19’s host Chile in Athlone (7.30pm).

Hughton was rested for Tuesday night’s first friendly between the nations, which Chile won 2-1, but he will be one of several changes to the Irish side for the rematch.

The Irish teens are preparing for the UEFA qualifiers in November and the players require an improved display tonight to that shown in Tuesday’s defeat if they’re to cement their slots in the squad for the competitive matches.