Paddy McNair Called Up to Northern Ireland Squad After Manchester United Bow

Manchester United centre-back Paddy McNair has been called up to Northern Ireland's squad for the Euro 2016 qualifier against Romania.

BBC Sport confirmed Michael O'Neill's decision to provide the 19-year-old defender with his international bow after just two senior starts for the Red Devils:

McNair made his Premier League debut during the victory over West Ham in September, a match which saw him pull off a stunning last-ditch header away from goal to preserve the win. He also appeared in the victory over Everton and replaced the injured Marcos Rojo during United's 10-man derby defeat to Manchester City on Sunday.

Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal described the youngster as "modest and calm," as reported by United's official website.

O'Neill will be hoping he can bring these qualities into the Northern Ireland fold after the side captured impressive victories against Hungary, the Faroe Islands and Greece to sit top of their qualifying table.

Romania remain unbeaten with two wins and a draw, signalling a difficult task for McNair and his team-mates during the Nov. 14 away trip.