Glentoran manager Declan Devine commended Marcus Kane for his outstanding defensive play in the team's 1-0 victory over Linfield in the BetMcLean Cup. Kane's resilience and leadership were highlighted, despite receiving injuries during the game.
Declan Devine has hailed Glentoran 's 'warrior' captain Marcus Kane following another gutsy performance in Tuesday's 'Big Two' derby success over Linfield .
James Douglas got the winning goal in the 88th minute, but while the 18-year-old midfielder took the plaudits, it was the defensive work of legendary skipper Kane which earned the praise of Glentoran's manager.READ NEXT: James Douglas goal earns Glentoran late win at Windsor ParkHe said: "Marcus was excellent again. He comes off bloodied and busted; his nose and eye are busted and his shirt is covered in blood.
Goalkeeper Daniel Gyollai did well to deny Joel Cooper and Stephen Fallon, in what turned into a frustrating night for Blues boss David Healy who picked up a yellow card for his own remonstrations on the sideline. But as the game slipped towards extra-time., Douglas popped up with a deflected winner in the 88th minute.
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