Pools midfielder Darren Robinson, on loan from Derby County, has returned to The Prestige Group Stadium after playing twice for Northern Ireland U21s on international duty.
The 19-year-old played twice for the young Northern Ireland side in the UEFA Under-21 European Championship qualifiers, marking his 13th international appearance at youth level.
Robinson played 85 minutes as his side claimed a point in a 0-0 draw against second placed, England U21s, last Friday.
He started again on Tuesday night, playing 45 minutes in a 2-1 defeat to group leaders Ukraine U21s.
Northern Ireland finished in fifth place in Group F in the UEFA Under-21 European Championship qualifiers.
Pools attacker Luke Charman speaks after returning to the pitch over the last week.
