Richard Dunne

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The Republic of Ireland international made his Premier League debut for Everton aged just 16. A solid and powerful centre-half, Dunne is a defender who is not afraid to pass the ball out from the back. Replaced Sylvain Distin as City captain in July 2006. His impressive form during the 2001/02 season led to his inclusion in the Republic's World Cup squad and he is now a key player for his country.Joined Villa after Man Citys revolution has become a key player for them under O Neil.

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Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne is looking forward to facing former team Manchester City this weekend as the battle for fourth spot reaches its climax. The Republic of Ireland international left Eastlands for Martin O'Neill's team last summer and has enjoyed a fine first season at Villa Park. A recent excellent winning run has left Villa with a good chance of securing a Champions League... [more»]

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill has admitted he has concerns over a trio of key players ahead of Sunday's pivotal Midlands derby clash with Birmingham City. The Villans landed a 2-0 win at struggling Hull City in midweek but the success looks to have came at a cost. Defender Richard Dunne suffered a cut to his head following an ugly aerial challenge with Jan Vennegoor of Hesselink that... [more»]

Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne has hit back at Arsene Wenger who said after Arsenal drew 0-0 at Villa Park on Wednesday that Martin O'Neill's side were a long-ball team. O'Neill said after the stalemate that he had been insulted by the Frenchman's words and former Manchester City defender Dunne is similarly unimpressed. "I think everyone is a long-ball team compared to Arsenal," said... [more»]

Republic of Ireland defender Richard Dunne claims Thierry Henry admitted to him that he cheated as France edged out Giovanni Trapattoni's team to secure a place in next summer's World Cup finals. Trailing 1-0 from the first leg, the Irish levelled the tie when Robbie Keane found the net just before half-time in the Stade de France and there were no further goals during normal time. Les Bleus'... [more»]

Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill admitted he was disappointed with the result but not the performance after Monday's 1-1 draw with Manchester City. Richard Dunne scored Villa's only goal against his old club to pave the way to a well-earned point at Villa Park. Craig Bellamy's 68th minute equaliser earned City a point and the goal left an otherwise pleased O'Neill somewhat deflated. "Overall,... [more»]