Sligo Rovers Senior Womens striker Emma Doherty captained The Republic of Ireland Under 19’s on Thursday in a friendly against Portugal.

This was the second game between the sides in the matter of 48 hours as they played out a scoreless draw on Tuesday afternoon.

Emma started in that game also and was given the honour of leading her team out as they were defeated 3-0 Thursday evening.

Emma returns to the Rovers squad for Saturday’s game away to Peamount United.