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Red Card for Ronaldo: Could Portugal Star be Suspended for World Cup Opener?

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off after elbowing Ireland defender Dara O’Shea in a World Cup qualifying game on Thursday.

NOVEMBER 13 • FOX SPORTS

Records 218 clearances O'Shea notched 218 clearances, 50 blocked shots, 49 tackles, 33 interceptions and two assists across 35 starts in the Premier League.

Impact O'Shea was one of the best and most reliable players for Ipswich Town in the 2024/25 campaign and ranked among the league leaders in the clearances department, which shows how busy he was on a game-to-game basis. O'Shea recorded 10 or more clearances in six different games this season. The center-back is good enough to continue his career with another Premier League, but it's unclear if Ipswich will be open to selling him in the summer.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Provides second assist of the year O'Shea assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolverhampton.

Impact O'Shea picked up his second assist of the season, both coming in the last two home matches as he found Liam Delap in the first half of the game. In 28 games this season, he has only created three chances, two of which have led to assists and all three have come in his last five Premier League games.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from cross O'Shea assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

Impact O'Shea supplied the service for Ipswich Town's second goal late in Saturday's 4-2 loss at the hands of Nottingham Forest. The full-back also put forth a strong defensive effort over his 90 minutes of play, making one tackle (one won), one interception, three clearances and one block. The assist marked O'Shea's first goal contribution of the campaign over 26 appearances (26 starts).

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive display vs United O'Shea registered four tackles (three won), five clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact O'Shea continued his run of nine starts in a row and his strong defensive display helped his side pick up a crucial point against Man United. He made five clearances, his fourth game in a row where he has taken at least this amount. He also won three of his four tackles, the most he has won in any game this season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start O'Shea (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact O'Shea is good to go after dealing with a back injury picked up on international duty. The defender starts his fifth straight match having played every minute over his last four appearances.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday O'Shea is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Everton due to a back issue, according to manager Kieran McKenna.

Impact O'Shea picked up the back issue while on international duty, and has yet to be assessed. With such little time before the first match back, O'Shea seems to be a true game-time call. Luke Woolfenden could be in line for another start if O'Shea is ruled out.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts two shots O'Shea registered two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Brighton.

Impact O'Shea made his Ipswich Town Premier League debut Saturday after completing a move back to the Premier League form recently relegated Burnely. Uncharacteristically, the central defender led a listless Ipswich attack with two shots attempted (zero on target). Playing more to his skillset, O'Shea also made two tackles (two won), six clearances, and set team-highs in interceptions (four) and blocks (four). O'Shea scored three goals and supplied four assists over 33 appearances (32 starts) in the Premier League with Burnley during the 2023-2024 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Ipswich Town O'Shea has signed a five-year deal with Ipswich Town completing a move from Burnley.

Impact O'Shea returns to the Premier League after starting 32 of 33 appearances in one season with Burnley last campaign. The defender provides Ipswich with an experienced centerback who played well in the league last season accumulating 158 clearances and even seven goal involvements last year.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Productive season with Burnley O'Shea scored three goals, recorded four assists and kept one clean sheet in 33 appearances (32 starts) this past season.

Impact O'Shea had a productive debut season with Burnley, recording an impressive seven goal contributions -- tied for the second most on the team -- as a center-back. While he only kept one clean sheet, he put up solid defensive statistics too, recording 39 tackles, 35 interceptions, 158 clearances and 30 blocked shots in nearly 2900 minutes of action. If Burnley is able to earn promotion back into the Premier League next season, O'Shea will likely be a big reason why.

JUNE 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat O'Shea scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 defeat versus Newcastle United.

Impact O'Shea scored the lone goal for Burnley in their defeat in the 86th minute as he reduced the deficit. It marked the third goal of the season for the defender. Aside from his goal, he also registered six clearances and four interceptions.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served O'Shea is eligible to play once again after serving his one-match ban due to his straight red card against Everton.

Impact O'Shea is no longer suspended, having served his one-match suspension against Brighton on Saturday. The defender will now most likely return to his starting role to face Sheffield United on Saturday in the club's next contest, as he has started at center-back in all but two of the 29 matches he has been available for this campaign.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shown straight red card O'Shea was sent off in the second half of Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact O'shea was shown a straight red card in the 66th minute, forcing Burnley down to ten men. The defender will miss Burnley's next three matches through suspension.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal O'Shea scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Chelsea.

Impact O'Shea logged in his second goal in seven matches at center back, giving him two goals on the season. He's averaged about five clearances per game, which puts him at 131 on the campaign, which is fifth most in the league.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in loss O'Shea had two shots off target and made six clearances in Saturday's 5-0 defeat to Burnley.

Impact O'Shea was coming off the back of scoring his first Premier League goal against Liverpool. With the centre back managing more efforts at goal than any of his teammates, it just goes to show how toothless Burnley are in attack. He also has three assists this season and is a threat from set pieces, which is something Burnley will be relying upon if they are to stand any chance Premier League survival.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in loss O'Shea scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 14th minute...

Impact O'Shea got on the scoresheet Saturday, scoring a rare goal despite the one-sided loss. The defender isn't a major goalscoring threat by any means but the goal in a tough match is certainly a nice boon. O'Shea has been a major piece of the starting XI, appearing in 20 matches and starting during his first season with Burnley.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Aston Villa O'Shea assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Aston Villa.

Impact O'Shea created Zeki Amdouni's equalizer in the 31st minute with his third assist in the season. The centerback also led his side in clearances during the match as usual. He has 74 clearances in 16 appearances (15 starts) so far, averaging almost five per game.

JANUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance O'Shea recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact O'Shea created a rare chance and also picked up a yellow card in what turned out to be a brutally difficult clash. The defender had some nice tackles to shut down the Liverpool attackers but on the whole he never really seemed to stand up to the challenge. O'Shea will hope to have an easier time moving forward.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist O'Shea picked up an assist in Saturday's 5-0 win over Sheffield United.

Impact O'Shea picked up his second assist of the season with a brilliant long ball to play in Jacob Bruun Larsen for the second. He has created five chances this season, an impressive total for a centre-back.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal versus Hammers O'Shea had two shots (one on target), created one chance and made one tackle, six clearances and one block, but scored an own goal during Saturday's 2-1 loss against West Ham.

Impact O'Shea was a man-of-the-match candidate with a strong performance at the heart of the defense and even being a threat on the attacking end, but then, in the 86th minute, the center-back was very unfortunate when he sent the ball into his own net while trying to block a pass from the right flank intended to a striker inside the six-yard box. That goal drew things level at 1-1 and paved the way for the opposition's come-from-behind win. With 34 clearances over his last five starts, O'Shea will try to bounce back during next Saturday's clash against Sheffield United.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in loss to Cherries O'Shea delivered an assist in Saturday's 2-1 loss to AFC Bournemouth.

Impact O'Shea was one of the brighter spots in what was a weak Burnley performance on Saturday. He executed 10 clearances, two interceptions and blocked a shot, but his main contribution was providing the assist for Burnley's only goal finished by Charlie Taylor. From six appearances (five starts) this was his first assist and he is yet to contribute to a clean sheet.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missing from squad O'Shea was not included in the match-day squad versus Luton Town on Tuesday.

Impact O'Shea's absence was not explained by the club but he was an unused substitute versus Newcastle on Saturday. After starting the opening three matches of the year, O'Shea hasn't gotten onto the pitch, in part due to injury, since Sept. 2. Ameen Al-Dakhil and Jordan Beyer figures to maintain the central defensive roles for the time being.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in rout O'Shea (undisclosed) started and scored during Tuesday's 4-0 EFL Cup win over Salford City.

Impact O'Shea recovered from his injury and got on the scoresheet with a goal during Tuesday's rout. The central defender is fit once more and should be an option for the first team moving forward once again.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Saturday O'Shea is an option for Saturday's match against Manchester United, according to the Burnley Express.

Impact O'Shea missed his first match of the season last week with an undisclosed injury but seems to be healthy after being reported as ready to go for the weekend. The defender should be back in the starting lineup against United if he is deemed fit for the match after starting the first three matches of the season and registering 90 minutes in each game. If he is not a part of the squad, then expect Charlie Taylor to start in his position.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missing against Forest O'Shea was left out of the match-day squad versus Nottingham Forest on Monday.

Impact O'Shea had gone the full 90 minutes in each of the first three matches of the season, so his absence certainly comes as a surprise. In his prior outings, the central defender recorded seven clearances, seven interceptions and eight blocks. In his place, Charlie Taylor will make his first start of the season.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE