Stars come out at Stephen Ireland Astro Turf - a 'beacon of unification' in Cobh

Stephen Ireland was home on Saturday with Premier League stars in tow 

Stephen Ireland, Stephen Ireland X1, second left along with guest players Nedum Onuoha, Emile Heskey and Chris Eagles, before their clash with Springfield AFC Select, as part of the Stephen Ireland Astro Turf opening at the Old Church Park development in Cobh, Co Cork.

On Saturday in Cobh the stars came out to play and a football community enjoyed a richly deserved celebration.

Stephen Ireland was back among his own and his people paid tribute to a talent that now leaves a legacy they hope will help more youngsters follow his path.