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VIDEO: Cheeky Irish striker’s Zidane-like turn makes utter fool of defender

Published 08:47 12 Apr 2016 BST

Updated 11:13 13 Apr 2016 BST

Kevin McGillicuddy
VIDEO: Cheeky Irish striker’s Zidane-like turn makes utter fool of defender

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We tried this, and face planted, more than once.

Two months out from the Euros and the most skilful Irish striker could be a man you may not have heard of before. Millwall's Aiden O’Brien has grabbed twelve goals in 46 appearances this season, but it's a piece of sensational skill from last weekend that has really caught our eye. In fact, based on this piece of skill alone we are prepared to pronounce Aiden and the new Zinedine Zidane. The 22-year-old  did not score in the 3-1 win over Shrewesbury Town, but he did produce a Zizou-esque pirouette that left poor defender Jack Henry scratching his head. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAq9mRNhjFE Martin, Roy, quick, get down to the Den, this boy is the real deal.

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VIDEO: Cheeky Irish striker's Zidane-like turn makes utter fool of defender