Republic of Ireland Girls’ U-15s win SAFIB Bob Docherty Cup

Republic of Ireland win the Bob Docherty Girls' U-15 Cup.
Republic of Ireland win the Bob Docherty Girls U 15 Cup Photo Ephy McConnell

Republic of Ireland won all three of their matches to lift the Schools Association Football International Board Bob Docherty Cup, staged by Northern Ireland.

Scotland finished runners-up with two victories, England and Northern Ireland ending up with three points from a single success each.

Lily McLaughlin and Toni Campbell both scored in the first 14 minutes of the opening tie, as Scotland beat the hosts 2-0. 

Republic of Ireland began by defeating last year’s champions England, in a match that doubled up as the annual John Read Trophy.

Leah O’Leary-Callender and Halle Harcourt netted in quick succession, with Rachel Oware replying but the Irish held out for the win.

Northern Ireland U 15s v Republic of Ireland Bob Docherty Cup
Republic of Ireland celebrate a goal against Northern Ireland Photo Ephy McConnell

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