Despite Elmore normally playing on either the wing or in midfield for Sparta Prague, she spent much of her time at Inver Park leading the NI line as a lone striker.

For a player who has already tested herself on some of European football’s biggest club stages, including the Champions League and Europa League this year, Elmore added this was another challenge she would embrace.

“That was the first time playing centre-forward for a very long time since university.

“I like any of the attacking positions and anywhere attacking, I’m happy to play. I mean, anywhere the team needs me, I’m happy to be there.”

Manager McArdle also believes the England youth international can add to the squad, who will now travel to Portimao on Tuesday (19:45 BST) but face a tough task.

“I think with Kess come on, obviously making her debut as well, I think that brings a nice energy,” McArdle said.

“I’m grateful that we’ve all seen Kess because you’ll see what I see now. There is someone here who can add to the group and give us something going forward and in the final third, so delighted that she’s gone on the pitch.”