Republic of Ireland coach Martin O'Neill was delighted with West Ham defender Declan Rice's performance in defeat to Turkey.

The 19-year-old defender started at the back and later moved into midfield as Ireland lost 1-0 in Antalya, and looked at home in both roles.

O'Neill said: "I thought he did excellently in the game. He's played left-sided centre-half for West Ham, his club, and at this minute I think he's getting accustomed to a number of positions

"I had no hesitation in putting him into the middle of the field. It was a man-of-the-match performance and I thought he was excellent for us.

"Considering it's his debut and he's 19 years of age, it was an impressive performance from an impressive young man."