New Newcastle signing Daryl Murphy scored for Ireland last night.
Republic of Ireland’s Daryl Murphy scores their second goal
Daryl Murphy finally became an international hero last night, at the 23rd time of asking.
The striker came off the bench to head home an equaliser for the Republic of Ireland against Serbia.
Murphy had failed to score in all of his previous international appearances, and when he came off the bench to replace the impressive Jeff Hendrick.
Daryl Murphy celebrates after scoring the second goal for Ipswich
Manager Martin O’Neill kept his faith in the 33-year-old, and was finally repaid at a crucial time.
Murphy has a new lease of life after signing for Newcastle United at the end of the transfer window, after an impressive few seasons at Ipswich Town.
On the opposite team was new Newcastle teammate Aleksandar Mitrovic, but the Serbian was unable to find the scoresheet and was ultimately overshadowed by Murphy’s vital contribution.
Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez
The goal will certainly give new manager Rafa Benitez plenty to think about ahead of his team selection when Newcastle travel to Derby County this weekend.
Here is a look at how Newcastle fans reacted on Twitter to Murphy’s substitute appearance…
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