Republic of Ireland U19 0-4 Portugal U19The Republic of Ireland Under-19's hopes of reaching the UEFA Under-19 European Championships were ended by Portugal, after Tom Mohan's side suffered a 4-0 defeat in Bercelos. Two goals either side of half-time saw Portugal book their place in Finland later this year, as the team look to add to the Under-17 European Championship they won two years ago. Portugal took the lead after 10 minutes, as Gedson Fernandes saw his deflected shot beat goalkeeper Mark Travers. Under-19 Head Coach Tom Mohan was disappointed after the game, but praised Portugal, and wished them well in the Finals. Kosovo's 2-1 win over Slovakia in Group 5's other game, meant Ireland finished the Elite Round in second place.

Source: Evening echo March 27, 2018 18:45 UTC