Collins stunner earns well-deserved point for Ireland in Lodz 

The giant centre-back’s first international goal highlighted his growing stature, dashing 40 yards past three defenders and applying an exquisite finish to give Ireland the lead on 31 minutes.

Ireland’s Nathan Collins celebrates scoring his side's goal. ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

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Ireland’s recovery from a disastrous start to their Nations League campaign continued by holding top seeds Ukraine in a match best remembered for a superb Nathan Collins goal.