Michael Obafemi on his burgeoning partnership with Troy Parrott

They were like passing ships again last Saturday when Parrott was replaced by Obafemi as Ireland toiled in Armenia.

Republic of Ireland's Michael Obafemi (left) celebrates with team-mate Troy Parrott after scoring their side's third goal of the game during the UEFA Nations League match at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin. Photo credit: Niall Carson/PA Wire.

Almost three years on from almost last sharing a pitch, Michael Obafemi was thrilled to finally combine with Troy Parrott to lethal effect for Ireland.

The pair of 21-year-old strikers scored a goal apiece in the 3-0 dismantling of Scotland at Aviva Stadium on Saturday but the first by Parrott was a duet that Harry Kane and Son Heung-min would be proud of.