Republic of Ireland boss Don Givens last night paid tribute to Wolves midfielder Stephen Gleeson for his explosive start on the under-21 international stage.
Gleeson grabbed a double as the Republic’s youngsters secured a creditable draw with Germany in a friendly encounter in Furth.
The 18-year-old Dubliner made his senior international debut in the United States tour in May but his impact in his first under-21 game was immense.
“It was a terrific start for the kid,” admitted Givens. “The second goal in particular was magnificent.
“Billy Clarke’s cross was brilliant but Eddie Nolan had started the move in his own half then got on the end of the cross to set up Stephen.
“There was an awful lot of good stuff from that game. Stephen has certainly played his part and I’m sure he’ll be an asset.”
The Irish face a tough group in the UEFA Championships qualifying campaign.
They host Portugal in their opening fixture in Cork on September 7 then meet England in October.
Bulgaria and Montenegro are also in the same group.
“It’s a good run-out for us ahead of the Portugal game. We’ve given debuts to Stephen Gleeson, Eddie Nolan, Michael Collins and Shane McFaul so that’s another plus,” said Givens.
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Well done Stephen. MM will give you every chance possible for first team action.
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK EXCELLENT START FEW MORE LIKE THAT COULD SEE A FEW HEADS TURN
Great work! I’m sure he will be one of our biggest stars in a year or two!
Great work! We have some fine midfielders at the club but I think Gleeson will become one of our stars over the next few years.
Better than Potter… put him in…
surely set to become a household name for club and country well done Stephen
Well done Glees, totally agree a star for the future!!
Happy for the lad.Tremendously motivated and with these few braces,lets just hope MM will consider him for the Blackpool game to carry on where he left;)
Cheers!
Gold n Black wolf. I think that you are right. This kid has considerable ability.
To be fair i never rated him, but on that performance his selection is justifyed
How good is the wolves academy!!, well done Taff and MM
Wolves 4 Da Prem
I agree he looks a cracking player,put him in against Blackpool and replace Potter
Well done Stephen. I met your uncle, the cab driver, in Dublin two years ago, and he told me to keep an eye out for you. He was right. A real talent!
Another gem rolling off the Academy production line - Well done Stephen - hopefully 1st Team here we come (drop Potter)
Another big WELL DONE to the Chris Evans and all of his Academy Staff!
Keane, Lescott, Murray, Little, Davies etc etc
Couldn’t agree more with Beobridge Wolf. Before long we’ll havean Acadamy to rival the top clubs in the Premiership !! How long before we produce another Beckham or Scholes ?
START HIM MM! Lets have some flair in the middle, ditch Potter.