Rianna Jarrett hungry for goals as Ireland seek place at Euro finals

At this stage, even a goal would do to enliven the footballing spirits. Since international football resumed in September, Ireland teams have scored once in seven matches.

Republic of Ireland striker Rianna Jarrett at the team's training base in Duisburg, Germany, ahead of the Euro qualifier against Ukraine. Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

In these difficult times, the country could do with a lift from a national football team.

That sight of jubilant players from faraway fields, albeit in empty stadiums, would provide a break back at home from the shortening days and tightening restrictions.