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Zac Sherratt

'A lifetime of banter' for American stuck in North East ahead of fiery World Cup clash

A student from America has told of the “lifetime” of abuse he has received as US get set to face mighty England at the World Cup tomorrow (November 24).

But fearless Ryan O’Hara, who studies sports journalism at the University of Sunderland, said he is not afraid to dish it back out.

“Let's say it’s been interesting. But I can give it out as well as take it, so I think it is going to be a lot of fun,” said the 19-year-old, who despite his confidence still remains a little sceptical as to how he will be received in Sunderland’s pubs this weekend.

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