Ireland captain Séamus Coleman inspired by durability of 39-year-old Ashley Young

Coleman ensured one disappointed fan - 15-year-old Australian Mackenzie Kinsella – was compensated for the weather-enforcement change to Saturday's Merseyside derby.

HERO: Seamus Coleman with 15-year-old Australian Mackenzie Kinsella, who flew over to England for Saturday's postponed Merseyside derby. Pic: Tony McArdle, Everton FC.

Ireland and Everton captain Séamus Coleman says he’s using 39-year-old teammate Ashley Young as a template for longevity.

Injury problems have again plagued the Donegalman this year, initially hamstring trouble before a foot injury forced him off during Ireland’s opening Nations League fixture against England in September.