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05 Sept 2025

WATCH: Waterford FC youngster scores worldie for Ireland U17 at European Championship

WATCH: Waterford FC youngster scores worldie for Ireland U17 at European Championship

Blues youngster Romeo Akachukwu. PIC: Sportsfile

Waterford FC prospect Romeo Akachukwu scored Ireland's third goal in their 3-0 win over Wales at the UEFA European Under-17 Championship in Hungary on Saturday. The Boys in Green, who were defeated 5-1 by Poland in their first outing, bounced back to earn their first victory in the group. Colin O'Brien's side face hosts Hungary in their final group game on Tuesday knowing a win would send them through to the knockout stages.

Watch Akachukwu's stunning strike below:

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