Dara O'Shea
IPS
Center Back
Right Back
Controlled Center Back
Mar 4, 1999 (27)
Right
6'2"
165 lb
Scores winner vs. Fulham
O'Shea scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Fulham.
Analysis: O'Shea came through on stoppage time with the winning goal following a header after a corner kick. The defender is known for his two-way upside since he can be a threat in set-piece situations and with his attacking runs on the left flank. O'Shea has just one goal this season, but he's also averaging 0.8 chances, 1.2 crosses, 1.3 tackles, 1.3 interceptions and 6.2 clearances per game.
Busy defensively in defeat
O'Shea generated five clearancesand two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Everton.
Analysis: O'Shea had a busy game defensively as his side lost 1-0 to Everton. He made the move to centre-back for this game, having been deployed mostly at right back so far this year. He made five clearances, two interceptions and two blocks. The centre back even created a chance in the game.
Four crosses from full back
O'Shea registered four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Crystal Palace.
Analysis: O'Shea attempted four crosses as his side won 3-2 against Crystal Palace. He was also busy defensively with six clearances and one interception made in the 90 minutes. Of his two attempted tackles, he won none. He created three chances in the game completing two of his crosses.
Three tackles in loss
O'Shea recorded one cross (one accurate) and three tackles in Friday's 2-0 defeat versus Liverpool.
Analysis: O'Shea made three tackles Friday and sent in a single cross. It was always going to be a tough match for the defender as a heavy underdog. He put together a decent showing, but it wasn't enough to really make a difference as Liverpool scored twice early. O'Shea has limited upside for a Ipswich team that will likely be underdogs in most matches.
Plays 90 in five goal defeat
O'Shea generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 5-2 loss versus Manchester United.
Analysis: O'Shea played 90 minutes for the second game in a row. He conceded three fouls and did make one clearance. In a game where his side conceded five he didn't have many defensive contributions to the game.
Two chances created
O'Shea registered one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Sunderland.
Analysis: O'Shea created a pair of chances during Saturday's win. The defender was a big part of the win, causing issues for the backline and providing a much-needed threat going forward. Ipswich are going to likely struggle in the top flight, but O'Shea should have the chance to play a huge role in the Premier League after making 35 starts the last time Ipswich were in the top flight.
Captain and defensive leader
O'Shea ended the season having been one of Ipswich's most consistent and commanding defensive presences, captaining the side throughout what has been one of the most successful campaigns in the club's history as they finished second in the Championship with 84 points.
Analysis: O'Shea contributed one goal, one assist, 25 tackles and a career high 292 clearances in 46 Championship appearances, bringing leadership, aerial dominance and the experience of having played at the highest levels of English and European football to a defensive unit that conceded very few goals during the promotion season. O'Shea heads into the Premier League as the defensive captain and the player coach McKenna will rely on to organise and inspire the back line in the top flight.
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