Hendrick the hero as Ireland U18’s gain revenge

IRELAND U18’s beat Macedonia last night in the second of this week’s double-header in Ohrid, thanks to a goal 19 minutes from time by substitute Jeff Hendrick.

The Derby County midfielder arrived on cue to head home a delightful cross by Newcastle United’s Stephen Folan, who had come on as substitute only two minutes earlier.

Following their 1-0 loss to the hosts on Tuesday, Ireland boss Sean McCaffrey made eight changes and one of the newcomers, Craig Walsh, blasted them ahead with just five minutes gone with a stunning volley from 30 yards.