Mark Sykes

Roy Keane praises Mark Sykes for making ‘brave’ switch from Northern Ireland to Ireland

“He made a big decision a few months ago.” Roy Keane praised Mark Sykes for making a ‘brave’ decision to switch international allegiance from Northern Ireland to the Republic of Ireland. Sykes became the first Belfast-born player to represent the Republic since the 1940s when he made his debut for Stephen Kenny’s team in a […]

3 years ago

“I hope it doesn’t de-rail his career” – Northern Ireland unhappy with Mark Sykes switch

“Perhaps I would’ve expected the call from him…” Add Mark Sykes to the list of players who have Northern Ireland underage caps but chose to represent the Republic of Ireland when it came to making a senior level call. Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough announced his squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures and Sykes’ […]

5 years ago