Tyler Toland was undaunted by the big stage last night and was one of the stars of the show as the Republic of Ireland drew 0-0 away to defending European champions the Netherlands.
At just 16, Toland was into the lion’s dell, but Colin Bell’s decision to include her was totally vindicated by a display of real maturity.
In the tenth minute, Toland blocked off the line from a dangerous Dutch corner, which Stefanie van der Gragt thought she had converted.
Off the line!!!
Brilliant from 16-year-old Tyler Toland. Don't forget you can watch the game in full over at https://t.co/ujNLuioJ2c. #IRLWNT #COYGIG pic.twitter.com/bSg0sPKH9J— eir Sport (@eirSport) November 28, 2017
Soon after, the St Johnston woman was at it again as she headed off the goal-line to keep the sheet clean and again frustrated van der Gragt.
Off the line again!
Superb defending again from Tyler Toland. You can watch the game in full over at https://t.co/ujNLuioJ2c. #IRLWNT #COYGIG pic.twitter.com/OCTeVadVNv— eir Sport (@eirSport) November 28, 2017
Naturally, Toland’s display stood out for observers and the world of Twitter was alight with glowing messages about the Deele College student’s display:
Thats a massive result for #IRLWNT Will do wonders for their confidence going forward. Only 16 but Donegals Tyler Toland has some future ahead of her. Superb game #COYGIG
— Shane Walsh (@shane_SpExPsych) November 28, 2017
Tyler Toland played in April for @faischools in the Bob Doherty Tournament and now has two full games at senior level, inspiration to all young female players
— brid mc ginty (@mcgintybrid) November 28, 2017
Tyler Toland starting at 16 – incredible.
— Pearl Slattery (@pearl_slattery) November 28, 2017
Some performance from Tyler Toland for Ireland against the Netherlands. Only 16 but to play the way she did, no fear at all, absolutely superb. This was one of two clearances she made off the line in the first half. ??? https://t.co/0iu10F69pG
— Gerard Grimes (@GerardGrimes11) November 29, 2017
So impressed with Tyler Toland. Has been excellent. Long second half ahead. #COYGIG
— Andrew Cunneen (@Cunneen92) November 28, 2017
Woman of the Match award must go to #12 Tyler Toland. Really stepped up to the mark tonight.
— Paul Doyle (@pdpdoyle) November 28, 2017
Tyler Toland ? What an incredible Talent ??âš½
— Clodagh (@clodagh_donovan) November 28, 2017
Tyler Toland ya legend! Not pretty but absolutely incredible defending from the girls! Well earned point away from home! ??âš½ @FAIreland #OffTheLine #ThatBackFour #COYGIG
— Ciara Grant (@GrantCiara) November 28, 2017
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