Matt Doherty wants more at Wolves

Wolves rookie Matt Doherty has admitted his debut has given him the taste for more - but was more nervous about singing in front of his team-mates than playing.

The 19-year-old Irishman, a £70,000 signing from Bohemians in the summer, made his bow in Saturday's 2-2 FA Cup draw at Doncaster.

Doherty, who was given the call due to injuries to Ronald Zubar and Kevin Foley, made an accomplished debut too, getting better as the game wore on.

He said: "I was actually more nervous when I had to stand up and sing in front of the lads! You have to do that when you make your first away trip so I did it at Blackburn.

"I sung "I want it that way" by the Backstreet Boys and was glad to get it out of the way. I could hardly stand up to do that!

"I was really pleased to get my chance and it does give you a taste for more.

"Hopefully I'll get another chance sooner rather than later but I've got to keep working and improving."

Doherty was watched by his dad Tom, who travelled over from Dublin, and sister Rebecca, who is studying in Manchester.

He said: "It was unbelievable for me when I put the shirt on, like a dream. I actually dreamed I might go out and score a goal!

"I thought the game went well. All in all I was happy with my performance.

"The other lads were always talking to me and encouraging me which was a big help.

"There were bits of advice all through and it was good to play alongside the experienced first team players."

Doherty was told by manager Mick McCarthy on Friday morning that he was playing.

He said: "I was going for my breakfast and the gaffer said 'you're going to be playing, so get your head around it.'

"He gave me the day to prepare for it so I was happy with that."

McCarthy was delighted with Doherty's display.

The manager said: "He was excellent and got better and better. He was up against some good players in James Hayter and others.

"But he grew into the game and particularly at the end when they were hitting long diagonals, he handled it.

"He's going to be a good player for us."