This weekend, several Irish talents made their mark across Europe, proving their worth through standout performances backed by impressive numbers. From Troy Parrott’s creative display in the Netherlands to Gavin Bazunu’s heroic showing in Belgium, Irish football is on the up with young players as the driving force. Here’s a roundup of Irish players abroad that caught my eye based of numbers.
Troy Parrott
Troy started up front in a 1-0 win vs Fortuna Sittard. Parrott was impressive and is certainly one of our best players based on recent form.
His Stats:
- 28 Touches
- 83% Pass Completion
- 3 Key Passes
- 1 Big Chance Created
- Drew 2 Fouls
Gavin Bazunu
After a tough start to life in Belgium the Gavin Bazunu we all know and adore was back to his best in a 2-1 win at Club Brugge. (Standard Liege’s first win over Club Brugge since 2013) But he was unfortunately stretchered off after a collision with Simon Mignolet.
His Stats:
- 5 Saves
- 4 Saves Inside the Box
- 13 Accurate Passes
- 1 Foul Drawn
Andrew Moran
Andrew is continuing to impress in his time at Stoke City, assisting Lewis Baker’s goal to make it 1-1 in a game that finished 4-2 to Norwich City.
His Stats:
- 43 Touches
- 1 Key Pass
- 81% Accurate passes
- 1 Assist
- 6 Tackles
- 2 Interceptions
John Patrick Finn
John Patrick Finn played the second half in a 1-0 loss to Rennes. John impressed in his cameo and is already a fan favourite in France. He’s yet to make a senior appearance for Ireland but the March international break could be his time!
His Stats:
- 4 Ground Duels Won
- 2 Aerial Duels Won
- 2 Fouls Drawn
- 2 Tackles
- 1 Interceptions
- 1 Clearances
Aidomo Emakhu
Ex Shamrock Rovers man Aidomo Emakhu played a vital role in Millwall’s 1-0 victory over Derby County, going on an unstoppable individual run and putting in the cross that lead to the winner. Hopefully this means we get to see more of Aidomo in the coming weeks.
His Stats
- 1 Key pass leading to goal
- 100% pass completion
Will Ferry
Will Ferry gave an electric performance for Dundee United at the weekend in their 1-0 victory over Motherwell. The 24-year-old has been performing very well this season and is making a case for a first cap in the near future.
His stats
- 66 Touches
- 2 Key Passes
- 3 Long balls
- 2 Crosses
- 1 Big Chance Created
- 100% Ground duels won (4/4)
- 2 Tackles
- 2 Clearances