Shay Given

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Superb shot-stopper, rarely beaten in one-on-one situations. Republic of Ireland international who is widely regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the Barclays Premiership. The former Blackburn Rovers and Sunderland man played a major part in Newcastle United's climb into the upper echelons of the league and agreed a new five-year deal with the Magpies at the end of an excellent 2005/06 season. Enhanced his blossoming reputation with a series of fine displays as the Irish reached the second round of the 2002 World Cup.

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Manchester City goalkeeper Shay Given has insisted the side is ready to challenge Chelsea and fierce rivals Manchester United at the top of the Premier League this term. Manager Roberto Mancini has already been given the licence to spend during the pre-season, with defender Jerome Boateng, midfielder Yaya Toure and winger David Silva entering the City of Manchester Stadium for a total of around... [more»]

Manchester City are hoping to sign a goalkeeper on an emergency loan basis until the end of the season following a request to the Premier League. City boss Roberto Mancini has been left with a major selection headache after losing first-choice keeper Shay Given for the remaining three games of the season. Republic of Ireland international Given dislocated his shoulder in the goalless draw at... [more»]

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has admitted goalkeeper Shay Given will be out for the rest of the campaign after he dislocated his shoulder in the 0-0 draw at Arsenal on Saturday evening. The Republic of Ireland ace suffered the problem after landing awkwardly tipping an Abou Diaby effort round the post in the second half. He was clearly in considerable discomfort as the game was held... [more»]

Manchester City goalkeeper Shay Given has admitted that Wednesday's Carling Cup semi-final first leg meeting with Manchester United will be a revenge mission. Given was one of the City players outraged when United won a thrilling Premier League derby 4-3 at Old Trafford in September 2009. A controversial Michael Owen strike deep into a disputed amount of stoppage time left City angry and Given... [more»]

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given has accused Thierry Henry of cheating him out of one final World Cup appearance. Given, 33, believes South Africa next summer was his final chance of featuring on football's biggest stage and that Henry's actions in Paris on Wednesday night have robbed him of his swansong. Henry's handball in the build-up to William Gallas' extra-time equaliser sent... [more»]