Ballingarry boy ‘living the dream’

WOLVES’ Irish teenager Anthony Forde is gunning for more action after his hugely impressive full debut at Arsenal last Tuesday — saying he is “delighted” if it brings some pride to Co. Limerick.

The Ireland under-19 winger looked comfortable on the big stage, pitting his skills against the likes of Robin van Persie and Mikel Arteta as Wolves pinched a precious 1-1 draw.

Gracing the Premier League represents a major leap over a two-year period for the teen who started out playing for local club Ballingarry before spending a stint with Kingdom Boys in Kerry.

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