Wexford-born of Nigerian parents, Festy Ebosele has a growing cult among Irish supporters not just because of the pace and exuberance with which he plays. Photograph: Inpho/Nick Elliott
One of the few bright sparks in the Irish football team on Tuesday night was Festy Ebosele, whose hard-running performance earned the man of the match award.
Speaking of sparks, the last thing he did on the pitch – outsprinting defenders to set up what should have been the opening goal – was described by commentators as “electric”. Then, in a controversial 64th minute substitution, he was plugged out. But he’d already done enough to be judged hero of the hour.
Wexford-born of Nigerian parents, Ebosele has a growing cult among Irish supporters not just because of the pace and exuberance with which he plays.
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