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Man Utd defender Evans backed to become Northern Ireland legend

Scunthorpe United midfielder Michael O'Connor believes Manchester United defender Jonny Evans will go on to become a Northern Ireland legend.

O'Connor admits he's enjoyed playing with Evans for Northern Ireland over the last 18 months.

Asked by tribalfootball.com about Jonny and his brother Corry Evans, O'Connor said of the Manchester United pair: "I haven't been in a squad with Corry, but Jonny is a great player and very mature for his age.

"I think he will go on to be a Northern Ireland legend."

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