Award for Willo

Last updated : 08 February 2005 By Ben Collins

The Republic of Ireland youngster was named their U19 Player of the Year, making him the first ever recipient to win an award in three consecutive years.

The former Academy player has made 9 appearances for City this season, scoring twice, and has been included in Ireland's U21 squad for tonight's friendly against Portugal in Rio Maior's Municipal Stadium.

Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Glenn Whelan, another City Academy product, collected the U21 gong, while Everton's Kevin Kilbane won the senior award and new Tottenham midfielder Andy Reid was Young Player of the Year.