The Welshman isn’t the only youngster to be handed a chance in the team, with Kerry Morgan and Chad Bond both making surprise starts in the league so far this season.
“I’m grateful to the manager for showing so much faith in me since he arrived at the club,” Cornell told the official site.
“I don’t think that I would have played so much under the previous manager but it’s great that so many of the youngsters have been given a go.
“Even people like Chad (Bond) and Kerry (Morgan), who spent a lot of time out on loan, have been involved and had their chances – it’s very promising.”
“I was a bit nervous at first but after getting to know everyone it got much better.
“It was a fantastic experience just to be involved, especially when watching the game against Italy.
“We played very well and hopefully we can keep this run going and stay at the top of the group.
“I landed awkwardly on my hip last week and haven’t been able to train.
“But after a weekend off I’ll be getting back down to it and then try to get some game time under my belt for the reserves.”
