Better late than never for Ireland's newest recruit Caitlin Hayes

The Celtic defender made a good first impression in the facile victory over the North.

FRESH FACE: Caitlin Hayes of Republic of Ireland after her side's victory at Aviva Stadium. Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Caitlin Hayes can’t quite pinpoint the moment her interest in declaring for Ireland gained traction but the 2021 Scottish Cup final seems likeliest.

Her goal clinched Celtic the trophy against a Glasgow City managed then by Eileen Gleeson.