Assist for Daryl Horgan as he makes his first start for Preston a memorable one

The former Dundalk star left the pitch to a standing ovation.

Updated 17.00

FORMER DUNDALK STAR Daryl Horgan made his first start for Preston North End a memorable one, having a major impact on the game as his side beat Brighton 2-0.

Preston North End v Brighton and Hove Albion - Sky Bet Championship - Deepdale Horgan in action earlier today. Clint Hughes Clint Hughes

Horgan stepped up to the mark from the get-go providing an assist, and received a standing ovation as he was replaced after 90 minutes.

Preston went one up after 13 minutes, thanks to a Paul Huntington header.

Horgan helped double the lead, providing an assist to Callum Robinson’s second half goal.

The winger made his first appearance last weekend, as he came off the bench against Arsenal in their FA Cup tie.

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Standing ovation for former #Dundalk player Daryl Horgan and why are we not surprised ?? This player has it all.
— Ger Cunningham (@GerCun7) January 14, 2017

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Sounds like Daryl Horgan is on form for Preston today. First start, first assist - terrific news. Roy Keane at the game too
— Daniel McDonnell (@McDonnellDan) January 14, 2017

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76' Lovely turn from Horgan before the Irishman's bending effort is fractionally wide of the target.#pnefc 2-0
— Preston North End FC (@pnefc) January 14, 2017

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May 23rd 2016, 4:59 PM

Munster could have done with him at times during last season

mcdb06 10y

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May 23rd 2016, 5:31 PM

What’s wrong with the hookers they have?

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May 23rd 2016, 5:40 PM

If he doesn’t want us well then we don’t want him. Good luck to him I hope England works out for him except when he plays us.

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May 23rd 2016, 7:17 PM

More a case of Ireland doesn’t want him so he’s not going to hang around.

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May 24th 2016, 8:38 AM

Relax lads, he’s 23. It’s not like he has much development left in him anyway. He’d never have gotten into the Irish senior squad.

Thomas Patton 11y

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May 24th 2016, 12:33 PM

Ashton was selected but turned down his place.

Dead Ball Browne 10y

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May 24th 2016, 12:57 AM

Our current hookers can’t hit the line out.

Mick O'Shea 10y

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May 24th 2016, 7:57 AM

Get the wingers to throw in then!

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