Heimir Hallgrimsson has confirmed that 20-year-old Hibernian star Owen Elding has fully committed to representing Ireland. Elding was born in England before moving across the Irish Sea at age six, meaning he qualifies to play for Ireland through residency. However, passport issues have delayed the player from being able to declare. Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson. Pic: INPHO/Ryan Byrne Last month, Elding’s citizenship ceremony wa…
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