"Given the effort across the board in Northern Ireland's 2-0 win over Slovakia in World Cup qualifying on Friday evening, manager Michael O'Neill was understandably loath to single out any individual for too much praise. Goalscorer Trai Hume, however, had no such qualms."
""Conor Bradley was the best player on the pitch by a mile, in my opinion," said the Sunderland defender whose first international strike sealed the three crucial points late on. Midfielder Shea Charles was equally effusive, describing his team-mate's performance as "unbelievable"."
"Having made his Northern Ireland debut while still shy of his 18th birthday, Liverpool defender Bradley was already winning his 28th cap and his third as captain in the victory that keeps his country targeting a place at next summer's tournament in North America. The 22-year-old was again talismanic as he starred both in and out of possession, driving at the Slovakian defence with the ball at his feet while also leading the charge when it came to the press."
Northern Ireland secured a 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Slovakia, with Trai Hume scoring the decisive goal late in the game. Conor Bradley was widely praised by teammates for an outstanding performance both on and off the ball. Bradley, aged 22, earned his 28th cap and wore the captain's armband for the third time. He combined aggressive ball-carrying with leading the press, helping his side maintain momentum and target qualification for next summer's tournament. A second-half yellow card will see him suspended for the upcoming match against Germany. Bradley had missed club games earlier in the season due to injury.
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