By Aston
December 15 2004

Ipswich Town manager Joe Royle has praised Town’s under 18 side following their 3-2 extra time win over the Portsmouth U18 side.

Royle Seal For Youngsters

Ipswich Town manager Joe Royle has praised Town’s under 18 side following their 3-2 extra time win over the Portsmouth U18 side.

Royle was at Portman Road on Monday to watch the youngsters come from behind and dominate the FA Youth Cup 3rd round game yet be forced to find a winner in extra time to set up and a clash with either Manchester United or Stoke City in the next round.

Royle: “The lads were excellent, played really well and thoroughly deserved to win.

“It was like watching the first-team on occasions, chances missed, all over the opposition yet having to come from behind to win.

“Aidan Collins played very well and was unlucky not to score himself. He is really pushing on now after a year of injuries and Michael Synnott also enjoyed a good game.

“Cathal Lordan and Billy Clarke showed some nice touches and Billy got a lovely goal as well.

“It was a terrific all round team performance and they all deserve a lot of credit.”

Source: Ipswich Town - the official website.

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