Defender up for Colleges/Universities Player of the Year gong...
Millwall defender Paul Rooney has been shortlisted for an award in the 'Three' FAI International Football Awards.This year's ceremony - the 27th overall - will see the nominees joined by special guests on the night, as well as the Republic of Ireland men's senior squad.
One new category has been added, with the 'Colleges/Universities International Player of the Year' recognising the best players to feature for Greg Yelverton's outfit last year.
Rooney, who made his senior Lions debut in the 3-1 Checkatrade Trophy victory at Luton Town on 8th November 2016, is up against Cork City's Matthew Connor and Bohemians' George Poynton.
The ceremony will take place on Sunday 19th March.