After waiting eight years for Ireland to reach the U19 Euros, captain Lee O’Connor wants a swift start today against Norway in Yerevan (3.45pm, RTÉ Two). O’Connor is already a veteran of the international scene, his nascent talent ensuring he was fast-tracked through the ranks. A lot of us players have grown up together with the Ireland teams and now we’re facing the best teams in Europe. Norway are good on the ball and will carry a physical threat but I’m confident we can get off to a good start. O’Connor travelled to Croatia for the U17 finals two years ago in a protective boot nursing his ankle injury.

Source: Irish Examiner July 15, 2019 05:26 UTC