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Atcheson earns Northern Ireland debut as Donley scores

Tom Atcheson earned his first cap for Northern Ireland in a 1‑1 draw with Wales, coming on in the 80th minute. Oxford United striker Jamie Donley scored the opening goal.

Atcheson, 19, was called up by manager Michael O'Neill, who also coaches Blackburn Rovers. He made his debut in the 80th minute of the match, the only Rovers player named in the squad amid concerns over O'Neill's dual role.

Oxford United forward Jamie Donley opened the scoring for Wales, and the match finished 1‑1. Oxford raised a complaint of conflict of interest after four of their players were called up, including Donley.