How the Irish fared: Mercurial McGeady turns on style

Aiden McGeady often flatters to deceive but the winger had an afternoon to savour on Saturday, scoring twice in Preston’s 4-2 win over Brentford.

McGeady scored a first-half equaliser and his second — a superb finish from 25 yards — gave Preston breathing space before Daryl Horgan grabbed his first goal since joining North End from Dundalk.

McGeady joined Preston on a season-long loan from Everton last August and says he is loving life at present.