Why Roy Keane is underrated

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Think of Roy Keane, and you probably think of the grizzled, grumpy pundit. Those of us who have watched his highlights reel have probably seen tough tackles, red cards and Erling Haaland’s dad.

But those who remember his days at Nottingham Forest and his arrival at Manchester United remember a box-to-box, skilled goalscorer, one who outscored Cristiano Ronaldo.

This is the story of Roy Keane, the incredible footballer.

Written by Kaya Kaynak. Illustrated by Marco Bevilacqua.

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