Collins and Hodge star against Liverpool, Lyons makes big first impression

Elsewhere, Shane Long and Promise Omochere were on the scoresheet on a busy day for the Irish in the FA Cup.

NET GAIN: Nathan Collins of Wolverhampton Wanderers celebrates Toti Gomes' goal which is later disallowed by VAR. Picture: Photo by Jack Thomas - WWFC/Wolves via Getty Images

The stock of Nathan Collins continues to soar after the Wolves and Ireland defender was named man-of-the-match in Saturday’s FA Cup third round 2-2 draw at holders Liverpool.

Collins was a commanding influence at the back, executing a series of blocks and challenges at Anfield, as his side were cruelly denied progression when a goal by Toti Gomes was disallowed.