I can’t get over the negativity towards Trap

Probably the only good aspect of me being suspended and unavailable for the game against Kazakhstan was that I was able to get home for a few days to see friends and family. But while I was home, I couldn’t get over the negativity towards the Ireland manager, even in the build-up to the game.

I will obviously always be grateful to Mr Trapattoni for the chance he gave me to play for my country and I’d like to think I’ve repaid the faith he has shown in me.

Having said that, I don’t think I look at things through rose-tinted glasses.