Stephen Ireland: Two Helpers Over Weekend

Ireland notched a pair of assists in Stoke City's 3-1 victory over Queens Park Rangers on Saturday.

Analysis:

Ireland set up two of teammate Jonathan Walters' three goals Saturday, which followed Ireland's one-goal, one-assist effort during FA Cup play last Monday. Similarly, Ireland bagged a brace during Stoke's prior cup victory, giving him three goals and three assists in 2015. That form coupled with teammate Bojan (knee) being ruled out for the campaign could result in a slight revival from Ireland in the second half of this season.