McQuillan on Republic panel bidding for semi spot
Navan girl Amanda McQuillan, originally from Dublin, will be part of the Republic of Ireland u-19 soccer team going into Monday’s night game with Sweden knowing that a result will secure a place in the UEFA European Championship semi-finals.
After becoming the first Irish team to qualify for this tournament and follow it up with back-to-back wins over Spain and England, the nickname of ‘History Girls’ has started to stick with the squad.
Manager Dave Connell has kept the players grounded and focused on their final Group B game. A point would be enough to send them into the knock-out stages.
According to midfielder Roma McLaughlin, the atmosphere in the camp in Oslo, Norway, has been upbeat but disciplined as they are taking nothing for granted despite their impressive start.
“We’re taking it each game as it comes and we’re looking forward to the Sweden game because we know that we have to be fully focused and go in to win it,” said McLaughlin.
RESULTS
Tuesday, July 15
UEFA WU19 Championships Group B
Republic of Ireland 1-0 Spain, UKI Arena, Jessheim
Friday, July 18
UEFA WU19 Championships Group B
England 1-2 Republic of Ireland, Nedre Eiker, Mjondalen
FIXTURE
Monday, July 21
UEFA WU19 Championships Group B
Sweden v Republic of Ireland, UKI Arena, Jessheim (6.00pm)