Ireland are back in action this evening when they take on Andorra in an international friendly.
Stephen Kenny's Boys in Green are desperate to get their first win since November 2019, and take on the world's 158th ranked side in a golden chance to get the ball rolling ahead of some key games later this year.
And with injuries ravaging Kenny's squad once again, the former Dundalk supremo has turned to youth.
In terms of how Ireland will set out, judging by the positioning of James McClean within the defenders, it looks like Kenny could continue to implement a five-man defence as he did in the March internationals.
And in our team selection, we've gone for mix of youth and experience rather than a full on experimental line-up, ensuring that Ireland can still have some trusted names to call upon if things aren't going their way later on.
Here's the team we want to see Stephen Kenny select for tonight's game:
GK - Gavin Bazunu
The 19-year-old was excellent as he stepped up to the senior side earlier this year, and if he is pinned as the long term number one, why not give him the nod?
A clean sheet would do wonders for his confidence.
RWB - Matt Doherty
Despite having just 18 caps to his name, the Tottenham Hotspur wing back takes on a very senior role within the squad and will provide plenty down the right if he's let off the leash going forward.
He endured a rocky first season with Spurs and has yet to cement his Ireland arrival with a top class performance, he'll be determined to turn a few heads.
RCB - Andrew Omobamidele
With Seamus Coleman an injury doubt, we've gone for the 18-year-old sensation to step in and make his debut.
Omobamidele has had incredible few months as he broke into the first team at Premier League-bound Norwich, and he'll be full of confidence as he looks make an impact at international level.
CB - John Egan
Ireland really missed the Sheffield United defender in the tail end of last year, and he should be straight back into the XI after his return to fitness.
The Kerry native is great on the ball and will bring a wealth of experience to a young back three.
LCB - Dara O'Shea
Another no-brainer selection call, the West Brom stopper has settled into international football remarkably well and should be one of the first names on the team sheet.
His versatility makes him a great asset and he can be relied upon to put in a good shift.
LWB - Ryan Manning
The Galway man finally made his Ireland debut last November against Bulgaria, and this one is a perfect clash for him to continue to cut his teeth at international level.
With Enda Stephens out of the reckoning, it would make sense to give the 24-year-old the nod over veteran McClean.
CM - Josh Cullen
When Cullen moved to Anderlecht last October, it certainly raised a few eyebrows among Irish fans. But the midfielder hit the ground running in Belgium and had a terrific season - even captaining the club in just his 13th appearance.
His performances in green have reflected that progress, and he'll provide a good option in the heart of midfield.
CM - Jason Knight
Alongside Cullen we've opted for the Derby County ace, who'll provide a raft of energy and tenacity around the centre and can certainly give you that spark going forward.
Keeping Conor Hourihane and Jayson Molumby in reserve, they can likely come on in place of Cullen and Knight later on if required.
CAM - Jamie McGrath
In an Ireland side crying out for goal-scorers, the St Mirren man brings exactly that after a fine season that saw him bag 17 goals for the Scottish side.
A former St Pat's and Dundalk star, the 24-year-old making his debut is another reminder of the talent that can come from the League of Ireland.
Shamrock Rovers sensation Danny Mandroiu as a back-up only serves to reinforce that.
RF - Adam Idah
The fit-again Cork striker is one of Kenny's trusted lieutenants from the under-21 squad, and after some encouraging performances in 2020, he's now got plenty of international football minutes under his belt.
This is the type of game the 20-year-old could thrive in, and we expect him to be handed another chance.
LF - Troy Parrott
Yet to get an uninterrupted runout at senior level, the Tottenham Hotspur wonder-kid could have a real chance to show what he can do tonight.
He's got a full season of senior football under his belt at Millwall and Ipswich Town, and opened up his account at senior level in March.
James Collins, Daryl Horgan and Chiedozie Ogbene are decent alternatives if Idah or Parrott are misfiring.
