Non-Irish fans convinced that new cap is regen of Portugal star

Some comparison!

The Benfica player came on after 75 minutes for Chiedozie Ogbene, and made an instant impact by beating two defenders with some neat skill near the end line.

However, it seems that those most impressed by the 18-year-old Corkonian are non-Irish fans.

X was blowing up with footy fans commenting on Umeh's highlights from Thursday, convinced that he is a regen of Portugal and AC Milan star Rafael Leao.

And it has to be said, with their build, play style and hair, it is hard not to get sucked in to the comparisons.

If he turns out to be anywhere near as good as Leao, Ireland will have a gem on their hands.

Speaking after the Qatar game, Umeh said: "It was something special to be honest.

"Coming onto the pitch I was just excited. I'm still out of breath, I was giving it my all.

"The first dribble I had, the whole crowd was with me. It felt something amazing. I'm just so grateful.

"I wanted to show the fans what I have in the locker. It was good to pull of some of my tricks - I wouldn't say it was all of them, but it was a good moment, definitely.

"Taking players on, that's something I practice all the time.

"Taking it day by day at this moment. We'll see what the next day brings and that next day is here in the camp. Here with the team, they were amazing today, getting the win.

"Thanks to the gaffer for giving me my debut as well. Ringmahon made me into this player. That's where I started. I'm just grateful to them as well."