David Okagbue in Action as Ireland U21s Lose to Croatia

The central defender's season continued with a game on the international stage.

Walsall defender David Okagbue was named among the starters as Ireland Under-21 faced Croatia U21s in a friendly on Friday afternoon.

Looking to build upon recent victories over Sweden and Hungary, the Boys in Green made their way to the Gradski Stadion in Vrbovec as they continue to prepare for the upcoming Under-21 EURO Qualifiers.

Sadly, their bid for victory was thwarted as a goal from Fabijan Krivak was enough to separate the sides, though the match was a competitive affair.

Former Saddlers loanee Darius Lipsiuc, who failed to make a single appearance during his time in WS1, was also in the starting XI.

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This post was first published at 9:30 pm on Friday, 06 June 2025.