Adam Idah faced a torrent of criticism from Ireland fans after a frustrating game against England, where he struggled to make an impact on the field. Despite being the target of social media rage, Irish media outlets suggested that there were mitigating factors contributing to Idah’s disappointing performance.
England’s comfortable 2-0 victory, with goals from Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, showcased their dominance over Ireland, who were limited to just one shot on target and only 24 percent possession. As interim manager Lee Carsley kicked off his campaign positively, the atmosphere quickly deflated into disappointment for Irish supporters.
Idah, who had limited chances to attack, missed a key header opportunity that drew groans from the crowd. While critics accused him of being uninterested and immobile, local media outlets like balls.ie noted his isolation within the game and his struggle to make an impact against the strong English defense.
Despite the criticism, some in the media took a more sympathetic approach towards the young striker, acknowledging the tough circumstances he faced during the match. The Irish Times, for example, recognized Idah’s effort and determination on the field, even though he was unable to produce significant results.
As Ireland prepares to face Greece and Idah looks to redeem himself in the upcoming matches, the focus will be on how he bounces back from this disappointing performance. With a return to Celtic on the horizon, both Idah and his teammate Scales will have a chance to prove themselves once again in their club’s upcoming clash with Hearts.
