It was a great weekend for Irish players across the water. Following the Republic of Ireland’s friendly matches, the resumption of club action saw Chiedozie Ogbene score the winner at the Wembley Stadium to win the EFL Trophy. Elsewhere, Matt Doherty and Michael Obafemi got on the scoresheet as Cyrus Christie turned provider from defence. […]

4 years ago

Last seen as a centre midfielder for Republic of Ireland, in the dying embers of Martin O’Neill’s time in charge, Cyrus Christie could be off to sunnier climes. The 26-year-old had to wait a while for his Premier League debut but it arrived last season with Fulham. Cyrus Christie played 23 league games as Fulham […]

7 years ago

Graeme Souness has blasted Cyrus Christie for allowing Georges-Kévin N’Koudou to whip in a last-ditch cross for Harry Winks during Tottenham’s 2-1 win over Fulham on Sunday. Winks headed home a 93rd minute winner in what was effectively Spurs last attack of the game as the England midfielder completed a second-half comeback for Mauricio Pochettino’s side […]

7 years ago

Have to feel for him

7 years ago

“Resentment and bewilderment.” Martin O’Neill started Cyrus Christie in midfield for both of the Republic of Ireland’s recent games. His decision is said to have caused consternation amongst some other members of the squad. The Fulham full-back played in central midfield for Ireland’s draw with Denmark last Saturday evening and again in the 1-0 loss to Wales […]

8 years ago

“Maybe that’s why he only managed eight games, that might be something to do with it.” Martin O’Neill has hit back at Alan Shearer’s analysis of Cyrus Christie’s performance for Fulham last Sunday. The Republic of Ireland defender appeared to be targeted by the Gunners in the 5-1 defeat. Christie played at right wing-back and […]

8 years ago