Amber Barrett's iconic goal for the Republic of Ireland against Scotland in Hampden Park has been awarded the International Goal of the Year.
Denise O'Sullivans pin-point pass was met with the perfect first touch from Barrett, igniting scenes of jubilation from the travelling support as Vera Pauw's side secured qualification for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023.
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The goal was selected by a collection of Soccer Writers' Ireland members, ahead of two strikes from the Ireland Men's National Team: Nathan Collins' magnificent solo effort away to Ukraine and Michael Obafemi's Ronaldo-like finish at home to Scotland.
The remaining category winners will be announced at the award ceremony in The Round Room of The Mansion House on Tuesday, June 20.
There are 18 further awards to be decided at the annual event, with Premier League superstar Evan Ferguson joined by Dara O'Shea and Michael Obafemi for the Young Men's International Player of the Year award.
Waterford's Jayson Molumby is in the running for the Senior Men's International Player of the Year and is joined by Nathan Collins and Josh Cullen.
One of Courtney Brosnan, Katie McCabe and Louise Quinn will be crowned the Senior Women's International Player of the Year.
While Abbie Larkin, Heather Payne and Jess Ziu are in the running for the Young Women's International Player of the Year award.
The list for the SSE Airtricity League Player of the Year is made up of Mark Connolly, Rory Gaffney and Aidan Keena, with Stephen Chambers, Lee McColgan and Eoin Murphy the candidates for Amateur International Player of the Year.
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