Evan Ferguson: 'Playing a home game, getting the goal. There’s no better feeling.' 

The Brighton and Hove Albion striker netted his first goal for Ireland on the night of his first start.

JUMPRING FOR JOY: Ireland's Evan Ferguson celebrates after scoring a goal

Evan Ferguson lived up to the big billing as the Republic of Ireland defeated Latvia 3-2 on Wednesday at the Aviva Stadium.

The 18-year-old finished off Michael Obafemi’s 17th minute cut-back to back up all the hype with his debut goal for the Boys in Green.