Debut boy Fahey helps Blues back to their winning ways

Jan 28 2009 by Colin Tattum, Birmingham Mail

KEITH Fahey spoke of his relief in helping Blues get back to winning ways – and finally making his bow.

The midfielder signed from St Patrick’s Athletic for £300,000 was given his starting debut by manager Alex McLeish last night.

Red tape, suspension and postponements had made it a frustrating few weeks for Fahey.

But he was accommodated against Derby County in the centre of the park, with Lee Bowyer moving to the right flank.

“From my own point of view, it was a bit difficult. It was my first game at this level and it took me a while to find my feet,” he said.

“But it was just good for me to finally get out on the pitch.

“I’ve been here for a month now and wasn’t able to play at first, it’s been on-going.

“I’ve been training hard and it was just good to get out there.

“To play in the team as well with the