Finn Azaz
IrelandathleteMaleb. 19995.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Finn Azaz is a professional footballer known for his dynamic playing style and versatility in midfield. He currently plays for Middlesbrough on loan from Aston Villa and has gained recognition for his impressive performances in the EFL Championship. Azaz has been a key player for his club, showcasing his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively, which has earned him a spot in the Irish national team setup.
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Finn Azaz was injured and not fit enough to play in the game.
Allegation of racism by Israel fans towards Ireland’s Adam Idah will not be investigated – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-28
Finn Azaz combined with Jason Knight to release Troy Parrott.
Ireland finally buckle under Balkan onslaught in listless Kosovo loss – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-25
Azaz skidded an early ball in behind the Kosovo defence that was marginally too far ahead of Parrott.
Troy Parrott left to feed off scraps by an Irish team that never found any rhythm – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-24
Finn Azaz was mentioned as a player in Ireland's attacking system.
Republic of Ireland overwhelmed by Kosovo in nightmare start to Nations League campaign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-24
Finn Azaz is an established player behind Troy Parrott in the attack.
Israel FA considering complaint against Heimir Hallgrímsson for use of word ‘genocide’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-09-21
Finn Azaz looks certain to continue as the Ireland playmaker having excelled for Southampton.
How to replace Josh Cullen and other questions for Hallgrímsson ahead of World Cup playoffs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-12
Finn Azaz played a crucial role in connecting with Troy Parrott for a goal.
The most astonishing quarter-hour in Irish football history – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-17
Azaz showed great vision by fizzing around some lovely passes throughout the game.
No prizes for guessing who got full marks in famous Budapest win – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16Finn Azaz assisted Troy Parrott for his second goal.
Lærisveinar Heimis í umspil eftir ótrúlega dramatík
Iceland· 2025-11-16
Azaz had caught Barseghyan on the head with his elbow, opening up a nasty cut.
What’s the point if Ireland play a five-man defence at home to Armenia? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Finn Azaz rolled a short corner to Will Smallbone before Ferguson scored.
Evan Ferguson’s goal keeps Ireland in World Cup frame after nervy display against 10-man Armenia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Finn Azaz and Josh Cullen had given Styles too much room to play that ball.
Mixed emotions after Ireland shoot themselves in the face. Twice – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-07
Finn Azaz was bundled off the ball leading to the first goal.
Ireland show great character but Hallgrímsson’s principles weren’t on show in the opening 15 minutes – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06Finn Azaz had a chance to score but was denied by Dibusz.
Adam Idah rescues late draw for Ireland in opening World Cup qualifier against Hungary – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Finn Azaz is included in the possible attacking unit for Ireland.
Irish side hoping for fast start to World Cup sprint in Aviva Stadium clash – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Southampton’s attacking midfielder Finn Azaz is expected to play behind Evan Ferguson.
Troy Parrott set for lengthy spell on sidelines with knee injury – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-02
Finn Azaz made his debut during the match.
Evan Ferguson’s form a big plus as Ireland suffer blow of Troy Parrott absence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-01
Finn Azaz is expected to operate behind Evan Ferguson in the match against Hungary.
In-form striker Troy Parrott ruled out of Ireland’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-29Finn Azaz will compete with Troy Parrott to play behind Evan Ferguson.
Heimir Hallgrímsson leaves Séamus Coleman out of Ireland squad for World Cup qualifiers – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-26
Finn Azaz picked up where he left off for Middlesbrough with a sublime assist.
A Roman renaissance for Evan Ferguson could help Ireland reach the World Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Finn Azaz could potentially break Ferguson's transfer record if he is signed for £25 million.
Evan Ferguson to be made available for €33 million – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-03
Finn Azaz showed encouraging creativity in a match against Bulgaria.
Tame friendly draws showed us why Ireland aren’t expected to reach World Cup – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-12
Finn Azaz’s creativity in the March victories suggests his inclusion against Hungary.
Heimir Hallgrímsson unlikely to spring a surprise against Luxembourg – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-10
Finn Azaz is also rested by Hallgrímsson as the June friendlies land in the middle of the off-season.
Caoimhín Kelleher finalising €21m move from Liverpool to Brentford – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-02
Finn Azaz has cemented his position in the Ireland team and contributed 12 goals and 11 assists for Middlesbrough.
As Caoimhín Kelleher is primed for a £40m transfer, which other Irish players could move? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-28
Despite the best efforts of Mark Travers and Finn Azaz, Middlesbrough fell to a 2-0 defeat against Coventry City.
Final weekend of EFL action full of joy and pain – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-04
Finn Azaz scored against his old club Plymouth to help keep Middlesbrough’s playoff hopes alive.
Mark McGuinness shows grit, leadership and class for Luton Town – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-20
If Ferguson and Finn Azaz could find their way into Premier League teams by August.
Evan Ferguson’s case shows how ruthless the Premier League is – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-19
Finn Azaz applied just the right fraction of a second of a delay before feeding the ball back to Ferguson.
Evan Ferguson gives Ireland fans a glimpse of the player they dream he will become – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-23
In the first leg, Ireland won 2-1 away in Plovdiv thanks to goals from Finn Azaz and Matt Doherty.
Nations League playoff second leg – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-23