NEIL LENNON
Most definitely the face of Martin O’Neill’s side, he redefined the role as a holding midfielder with attacking instincts nipped in the bud.
Lenny played the game in his head, despite his fiery image he was rarely suspended using his awareness to avoid difficult situations.
He survived the changeover from O’Neill to Gordon Strachan, playing a full part in four title successes and the run to the UEFA Cup Final in Seville.