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Stevens joins Stoke City after leaving Sheffield United

Republic of Ireland defender Enda Stevens has completed a move to Stoke on a 12-month contract after his Sheffield United deal expired.

Soccer • 05 Jul 23

Nottingham Forest fans invaded the pitch after securing their spot in the play-off final

'Feared for my life' – Stevens recalls violent attack

Enda Stevens was up close and personal when team-mate Billy Sharp was violently headbutted amidst a Nottingham Forest fans' pitch invasion following their play-off victory over Sheffield United.

Soccer • 01 Jun 22

Enda Stevens training with the squad on Tuesday

New recruits adding a lot of quality to squad - Stevens

Enda Stevens missed out on a lot of international football throughout the last 12 months, and the Sheffield United defender believes that while he was away, there has been a noticeable evolution within the Ireland squad.

Soccer • 31 May 22

Enda Stevens (centre) celebrates with team-mates after scoring Sheffield United's fourth goal

Championship: Blades and Luton bag play-off spots

Enda Stevens was on target as Sheffield United thrashed champions Fulham 4-0 to book their place in the Sky Bet Championship play-offs.

Soccer • 07 May 22

Stevens started in the draw against Portugal on Thursday

Stevens eyes chance to prove point against Luxembourg

Enda Stevens is determined to right the wrongs of March's hugely disappointing night against Luxembourg when Ireland face the same opponents away from home in the final 2022 World Cup qualifier of the campaign on Sunday.

Soccer • 13 Nov 21

Enda Stevens in action for Sheffield United in May

Stevens set to miss September qualifiers

Republic of Ireland left-back Enda Stevens is set to miss September's 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with the defender expected to be out of action for up to six weeks.

Soccer • 13 Aug 21

Doherty and Stevens ruled out for Ireland

Matt Doherty and Enda Stevens have withdrawn from the Republic of Ireland squad to play Qatar because of injury.

Soccer • 29 Mar 21

Enda Stevens has not played since 7 November due to a knee injury

Stevens poised to make Blades return at Southampton

Republic of Ireland defender Enda Stevens could make a return to action for Sheffield United away to Southampton on Sunday.

Soccer • 11 Dec 20

Enda Stevens in action during Ireland's goalless draw with Wales on Sunday

Stevens insists Ireland feel safe despite Covid results

Ireland defender Enda Stevens has insisted he and his team-mates feel safe despite a series of positive coronavirus tests within the camp.

Soccer • 13 Oct 20

Enda Stevens: "There's always a chance, especially in a one-off game."

'It's brilliant' - Stevens urges Hoops to conquer Milan

Republic of Ireland defender Enda Stevens is backing his old club Shamrock Rovers to defy the odds and put it up to AC Milan when they clash in the Europa League.

Soccer • 01 Sep 20

Stevens hits out at 'below the belt' criticism

Republic of Ireland and Sheffield United defender Enda Stevens has hit out at some of the criticism and pressure applied to Premier League footballers by British politicians as being 'a bit below the belt'.

Soccer • 14 Apr 20

Stephen Kenny in conversation with Tony O'Donoghue

Kenny wants to build his team on defensive quartet

Stephen Kenny believes the Republic of Ireland have one of the best international back fours in Europe - and he's ready to use that as the platform to build his vision.

Soccer • 09 Apr 20

Enda Stevens is hoping to get back to Premier League action before the summer

Stevens hoping for swift return to action and normality

Enda Stevens is looking forward to returning to a sense of normality as soon as the coronavirus threat has been lifted throughout the world, and is confident that he will be fit for Ireland's scheduled Euro 2020 play-off in June.

Soccer • 20 Mar 20

Enda Stevens is one of a group of Irish players who have donated towards a fund for League of Ireland players

Ireland stars donate €25k to LOI players

Republic of Ireland internationals James McClean, Kevin Long and Enda Stevens are among a group who have donated €25,000 towards an emergency fund to help League of Ireland players during the coronavirus pandemic.

Soccer • 19 Mar 20

Enda Stevens has signed a new deal at Bramall Lane

Enda Stevens commits to Blades until 2023

Enda Stevens will remain at Sheffield United until 2023, as the Ireland defender has signed a new deal to keep him at Bramall Lane for the next three years.

Soccer • 12 Mar 20

Enda Stevens broke the deadlock against Brighton

Enda Stevens forced off injured after scoring screamer

Enda Stevens scored a terrific goal before being forced off with an injury at half-time as Sheffield United had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Brighton, for whom Shane Duffy made a welcome return to action.

Soccer • 22 Feb 20

Sheffield United have taken the top flight by storm

Chris Wilder talks up 'remarkable' Blades story

Chris Wilder thinks the rise of Sheffield United is one of the stories of the season so far.

Soccer • 17 Jan 20

Enda Stevens celebrates with Sheffield United and Republic of Ireland team-mate David McGoldrick

Stevens on target as Blades bag important win

Ireland international Enda Stevens was on the mark as Sheffield United came from behind to seal a 2-1 victory over struggling Norwich at Carrow Road.

Soccer • 08 Dec 19

Ireland players react at the full-time whistle

'Gutted' Enda Stevens says Ireland gave it their all

Ireland's hopes of automatic qualification for Euro 2020 ended with a 1-1 draw at home to Denmark, but a disappointed Enda Stevens was able to take some positives from the performance.

Soccer • 19 Nov 19

Egan and Stevens set to be rewarded for Blades form

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has suggested Republic of Ireland internationals Enda Stevens and John Egan are be in line for improved long-term contracts at the club.

Soccer • 08 Nov 19

Ciaran Clark opened the scoring for Newcastle United at West Ham

Clark scores for Magpies, McGoldrick leads Blades

Republic of Ireland defender Ciaran Clark led the way as Newcastle United plundered a 3-2 Premier League win at West Ham United.

Soccer • 02 Nov 19

Aaron Connolly played a role in two of Brighton's three goals

Premier Lge wrap: Connolly key as Brighton beat Everton

Aaron Connolly played a pivotal role as Brighton enjoyed a 3-2 win over Everton, while Enda Stevens was part of an Irish quartet that helped Sheffield United to an away point at West Ham.

Soccer • 26 Oct 19

Enda Stevens won promotion along with international and club colleagues David McGoldrick, John Egan and Scott Hogan

Stevens can't wait for Premier League home comforts

Sheffield United and Republic of Ireland defender Enda Stevens regrets his side will not be launching their first season back in the Premier League with an opening-day fixture at Bramall Lane.

Soccer • 13 Jun 19

Seamus Coleman wants Ireland to show more positivity

Coleman wants more responsibility from comeback kids

Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman was happy to leave Copenhagen with a point but admitted to frustration with the need for a fightback to fire the Irish attack.

Soccer • 07 Jun 19

Stevens is looking to break into the team for upcoming games with Denmark and Gibraltar

Enda Stevens refocusing ahead of crucial Euro qualifier

Enda Stevens says Ireland's training camp in Portugal can be crucial as they step preparations for upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers with Denmark and Gibraltar.

Soccer • 26 May 19