Miley boots trolls into touch as he stars for England

Women's Super League 2

- By CIARAN MYERS

NEWCASTLE United midfielder Lewis Miley shrugged off recent online criticism, insisting it "wasn't a big thing".

Miley gave a strong showing in England U21s' 2-0 victory over Ireland on Friday night.

Miley (below) started the game alongside Borussia Dortmund's Jobe Bellingham and helped his side control possession before being replaced by Sydie Peck on 75 minutes.

Speaking after the game, he was asked about dealing with criticism. In late September, Miley turned off comments on his social media profiles after coming under fire from a small section of supporters following a goalless draw at Bournemouth.

He said: "I don't really take much notice of social media. I never really look too much into it.

"I've got really good people around to support me in times like that. That's such a really big thing, having family and good people around you."

"It wasn't a big thing. It's quite normal in football. At those times, you've just got to get even stronger and not listen too much to it."