“Well, a lot of people in this room know I’m a powerful player and I play with a lot of intelligence and I like to run beyond teams as well,” O’Dowda quietly responded to a question about what he can offer Ireland in 2022. “I’ve played in quite a few positions in Cardiff this season and that shows the versatility in my game too.”
The 30-year-old has 57 caps and eight goals since scoring on debut against Oman in November 2012 to go with an ocean of regret from a career decimated by snapped ligaments. And yet, Manchester United, Hull City, Norwich City, Burnley, Bournemouth and this season Preston North End have invested millions of pounds in this natural creator with a rare left peg.
“He’s a great lad,” said Brady of his fellow Dubliner on loan from Tottenham. “I do see similarities in him from when I was younger. He’s hungry, he’s one of the most determined lads I’ve come across, he wants to be better every day and he’s been a breath of fresh air since he’s come in.
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