Josh Cullen conscious of need to build on, and better, Belgrade effort

Cullen’s assured display at the base of a five-man midfield was among the reasons for cheer despite a 3-2 loss

Republic of Ireland's Josh Cullen (left) and Dara O'Shea stand dejected after Serbia score their second goal. Picture: Novak Djurovic

It’s been quite the week so far for Josh Cullen.

Sent off against SV Zulte Waregem on Sunday night, the Anderlecht midfielder joined up with the Republic of Ireland squad in Manchester the next afternoon and made his competitive debut for his country against Serbia in Belgrade on the Wednesday.