WATCH: Cathal Heffernan scores first goal for Newcastle in thrilling draw with Dortmund

Fresh from training with Eddie Howe's first team squad last week, the Cork native inspired the Magpies to an impressive comeback in the UEFA Youth League on Tuesday.

RISING STAR: Cathal Heffernan continues to impress with Newcastle United as he grabbed his first goal for the club in their thrilling draw away to Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Youth League. Pic credit: Newcastle United.

Cathal Heffernan continues to impress with Newcastle United as he grabbed his first goal for the club in their thrilling draw away to Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Youth League on Tuesday.

Trailing 2-0 in Germany with 13 or so minutes remaining, the towering centre-back, who also captains the side, led by example as he reduced the deficit with a powerful header and helped United rally to ultimately earn a point.