On August 31st, Robbie Keane embraced Robbie Brady at the end of his final game for Ireland.
One wonders if Ireland’s record goalscorer asked his fellow Dub to look after his jersey.
On September 5, Robbie Brady became Ireland’s newest No.10.
“It just opened up and became available and I fancied it,” Brady said. “I want to do well and I wanted to wear it.”
Republic of Ireland have a new number 10 and you won't be disappointed https://t.co/AseDwfYg7W
— SportsJOE (@SportsJOEdotie) September 5, 2016
Monday night was not Brady at his surging, urging, attacking best. He was part of an Ireland team that struggled to string passes together before salvaging a 2-2 draw. The Norwich City man played key roles in both goals, with his whipped corner for Daryl Murphy’s header proving impossible to defend.
Speaking to The42’s Ben Blake, post-match, Brady revealed he had been in touch with Keane before the game. He commented:
“I just sent Robbie a little text and said I’d try not do too much damage to it. He said ‘don’t worry, you only need to score 69 goals.
“But Robbie is happy I have it and congratulated me on it. I’m hoping to go from strength to strength and put in some more good performances for Ireland.”
The 24-year-old has six goals in 27 Irish appearances but could well press for outright second place if he stays on penalty and free-kick duties.
As for the game itself, Brady felt Ireland’s point was well deserved and praised his team for showing tremendous character in earning a point.
“I don’t think many people are going to enjoy coming here,” he added.
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