Yeovil Town striker Paddy Madden earned the praise of Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trappatoni after the legendary Italian boss handed him his debut for Eire against Wales.
On the same night that Rickie Lambert scored on his England debut against Scotland, Madden, 23, came on as a sub for Norwich City winger Wes Hoolahan in the 68th minute and came close to finding the target himself for his own international debut.
He forced a strong save from Wales keeper Boaz Myhill, which forced him into a low save to his right, which was one of the best chances in a game that finished goalless draw.
Despite not finding the target, Madden received glowing from former AC Milan, Juventus and Inter manager Trappatoni who hinted that he could receive more caps in the future.
"He looked good, Paddy is a bit like Simon Cox in that he is quick,"said Trappatoni.
"He does not have the same level of experience as Cox but he has a nose
for goal. It gives us another offensive possibility. We have three or
four strikers. It was good to see him in this friendly and we will
continue to follow him as he is fast and he invites passes with how he
drifts off defenders. He can be very useful for us."
By appearing for the Irish, Madden joins Andreijs Stolcers and Arron Davies, who both represented Latvia and Wales during their Huish Park tenure, on the list of players who've received international recognition whilst with the Glovers.
