IRVINESTOWN Wanderers 2012s took on Belfast heavyweights, Linfield, in a friendly game at the Bawnacre Centre on Sunday.
The Linfield side is graded at ‘red’ level, the elite of underage football in Belfast.
Irvinestown 2012, who are graded a step below at ‘blue’ level, have had a very impressive season, winning a number of local competitions and tournaments.
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Linfield won the game 6-1, but Irvinestown put in a valiant performance.
A powerful second half strike from Nate McConnell was a standout moment for the Irvinestown men.
Irvinestown’s man of the match award went to Caiden Mulligan.
Right back, Ethan Maguire, also received a special acknowledgement for his impressive performance.
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