Saoirse Noonan inspired by impact of neighbour Chiedozie Ogbene on debut

Vera Pauw’s Irish squad are in Reykjavik ahead of two friendlies but took time out from preparations on Tuesday evening to observe their male counterparts in Hungary

Saoirse Noonan during a Republic of Ireland training session. Picture: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

After watching her Grange neighbour Chiedozie Ogbene shine on his Ireland debut this week, Saoirse Noonan hopes to make a similar impact if her international bow is granted on Friday.

Vera Pauw’s Irish squad are in Reykjavik ahead of two friendlies but took time out from preparations on Tuesday evening to observe their male counterparts provide the opposition to Euro-final bound Hungary.