St Mirren boss Jim Goodwin. Saints star midfielder McGrath has been training with his new international teammates in Girona in Spain this week after finally landing a spot in his country’s senior squad.
He could make his debut for Stephen Kenny’s side when they take on Andorra tomorrow afternoon, which would be the cherry on top of a stunning season in Paisley that saw him plunder 17 goals in all competitions from the middle of the park.
The grounded 24-year-old is adamant he owes his remarkable rise from his small hometown of Athboy, in County Meath, to the Irish national team to the confidence instilled in him by his Buddies boss Goodwin.
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