Cotter hoping heroes will get Ireland call from Smith

As the Avondale players danced around the cup at full-time, the pointedness of their celebration chant was clear as day. “Are you watching Gerry Smith?”

For quite a while now, Avondale boss John Cotter has questioned the selection policy of the Republic of Ireland amateur side’s manager.

With justifiable reason too, you might think, seeing as his players have largely been ignored despite their unquestionable success.