Ireland went down 2-1 to Hungary in the second of two friendlies between the countries in Càdiz, Spain.

Ireland’s goal came in the second half from Bohemian’s Josh Harpur but a late goal from Hungary’s Aron Balogh would prove to be the winner in a close contest in southern Spain.

Ireland were looking to make it back-to-back against Hungary as they prepare for next month’s Elite Round of the UEFA European Under-17 Qualifiers in Poland.

They found themselves 1-0 down  after 20 minutes when Hungary were awarded a penalty. Andrej Vasiljevic converting the spotkick to give them a lead at the break.

Hungary held onto their lead until 20 minutes from time when Harpur was played in by Danny Burke and Bohs striker finished past the goalkeeper from a tight angle.

But with the game looking to be heading to a draw the Hungarians snatched the win six minutes from time.

The next game for the MU17s will be on Wednesday, March 25 when they take on Poland in qualification action.

Hungary: Jakab, Russnak, Szakai, Skotner, Gorog, Vasiljevic, Polonkai, Berekmeri-Szigeti, Serucza, Blalogh, Herold. Substitutes: Liziczay, Biro, Vincze, Varga, Somfalvi, Adam, Milkovics, Horvath, Gyano, Bogdan, Somogyi.

Ireland: Moloney, Burke, Spaight, Major-Georgewill (Prizeman, 60’), Quigley,, Collins (McGrath, 73’), O’Dwyer, Sheridan (Egan, 81’), Molloy (Byrne, 60’), Wuna (Dunne, 81’|, Harpur. 

International Friendly Results

Wednesday, February 11 |  Ireland MU17 1-0  Hungary MU17
Saturday, February 14 | Hungary MU17 2-1 Ireland MU17