Rodney McAree predicts 'bright future' for Dungannon Swifts star after goal exploits help set up BetMcLean Cup semi-final clash with Linfield

Galvin’s 88th minute strike ensured the tie went to extra time and the young forward netted Dungannon’s crucial third to put the County Tyrone outfit ahead in the second-half before Kealan Dillon secured progression.

That brace brought his senior season tally to five having also scored twice in their 4-1 league triumph over Newry in November alongside 12 in six U20 Premiership Development League matches, including four against Carrick Rangers Reserves.

"I had a wee bit of a pop at Tomas hallway through extra time so I mightn't be Tomas' favourite at the minute!" McAree told the club’s media channel. “He responded massively for the second-half of extra time and I was delighted to see that he scored the goal that put us 3-2 up.

"He worked his socks off, ended up playing up front on his own, ran back and forward across the pitch and put a huge shift in - as Tomas does. He's only 19 and did extremely well.

"He's not going to play every game but has a bright future in front of him. I think if he takes information on board, listens to people and the advice he's getting and works extremely hard at his game, he has a bright future."

McAree also welcomed Joe Moore back for the first time since November 4 after the 22-year-old came off the bench in the 85th minute.

"Joe is a great lad to have around,” he added. “He has been fantastic since I came through the door. He puts a shift in, has blistering pace, has a great strike, a good right foot and he can go either way with defenders.

"He did extremely well when he came on. He can frustrate you at times, but tonight he has made everybody very happy."