James McClean named Republic of Ireland player of the year
James McClean has been named Ireland senior men’s player of the year at the inaugural CRISC Awards and dinner in Dublin.
McClean, who had a fabulous year for his country including an emotional late winner against Wales that sealed Ireland’s World Cup play-off spot, adds to his Irish Sports Personality of the Year award he won earlier this year.
The Creggan man was Ireland's stand-out performer during an impressive World Cup qualifying campaign as they fell short against Denmark in the play-off round.
And the Albion winger capped off his week with an assist in the Republic of Ireland's 2-1 victory over the United States in Dublin on Saturday.
McClean's future at Albion is uncertain after the winger admitted he wanted to leave the club in January when Derby had a £6million bid turned down.
