Ireland's U21 stars come out to shine in audition
The unexpected news of the Derryman signing a contract extension earlier in the day added a degree of motivation for the U21s to showcase their talent and a select few availed of the opportunity at Tallaght Stadium.
Following back-to-back victories over Kosovo and Azerbaijan, Ireland manager Noel King named an unchanged team, with West Ham United duo Declan Rice and Josh Cullen harnessing the midfield.
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