""I moved over to England when he went on loan and the loans weren't working out for him. I just said 'you know what, we're just going to pack up and we're going to go over and support him', and we did.""
""Some of the clubs weren't working out for him and he had no family over there. And even like any time, Christmas or anything, I've always gone over for him for Christmas, spent Christmas with him.""
""Describing his €4m move to current club AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands two years ago as 'the best decision he ever made', Jennifer hailed the pride with which he wears the green jersey every game.""
Ireland faces Czechia in a crucial match to secure a spot in the play-off final at Aviva Stadium. Troy's mother, Jennifer, shared her unwavering support for him during his challenging career, especially after his time at Tottenham Hotspur. Despite homesickness and difficulties at various clubs, she consistently visited him during important times. Troy's move to AZ Alkmaar is seen as a pivotal moment in his career, and he has excelled with 14 goals in 23 appearances this season, proudly representing Ireland.
Read at Irish Independent
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