After last night's disappointing defeat to Wales in Cardiff, Republic of Ireland fans may be somewhat cheered to see Liverpool's Caoimhin Kelleher training with the senior squad during this afternoon's session.
A promising goalkeeper who has already garnered the attention of Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp, the 19-year-old has recently signed a new deal with the club.
A regular feature throughout Liverpool's pre-season tour of the USA, Kelleher already has first-hand experience of playing against the likes of Manchester United and Manchester City.
Although the record-breaking signing of Alisson Becker is likely to keep the Cork 'keeper some distance from the #1 jersey at Anfield, Irish fans will undoubtedly be pleased to witness his development to this point.
Yet to make a competitive appearance for Liverpool, Republic of Ireland fans will be keen for Kelleher to gain some first-team experience, be it at Liverpool or elsewhere.
With Ireland's 31-year-old #1 Darren Randolph showing no signs of going anywhere for the time being, it will be up to Caoimhin Kelleher to determine whether he is worthy of a sustained place in the senior Irish set up.
