Jake O'Brien
EVERepublic of Ireland
Right
May 15, 2001
24
6'6"
203 lb
RB
CB
Balanced Full Back
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Standout defensive performance
O'Brien recorded 12 clearances in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Arsenal.
Analysis: O'Brien led the Everton defensive effort Saturday with 12 clearances as they conceded twice late in the second half of their 2-0 defeat at Arsenal. The 12 clearances mark a season-high for the central defender and just the second time over 29 appearances (27 starts) in which he's recorded double-digit clearances. Since returning from a one-match ban due to a red card, O'Brien has played three successive 90-minute shifts.
Available after ban
O'Brien has served his Premier League suspension in Monday's match against Manchester United and is in back contention for future games.
Analysis: O'Brien made 15 consecutive starts prior to his suspension, so he may bounce back to a right-back spot after midfielder James Garner was deployed in that position against the Red Devils. The defender was a bit far from his best form in his most recent performances, but he could be relied on for his season averages of 4.0 clearances and 1.5 tackles per game.
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