Northern Ireland's Jonny Evans collects MBE at Buckingham Palace

Northern Ireland and Manchester United defender Jonny Evans has collected his MBE at Buckingham Palace.

He has been awarded the accolade for his services to association football in Northern Ireland. Evans made his debut for his country in the September, 2006 3-2 win over Spain.

Now in his second spell at Old Trafford, Evans has also played for West Brom and Leicester City.

When he found out he was to be honoured, Evans said it had come as a shock.

“When I got the letter through the door and it had the Royal seal on the back I was a bit shocked, but it was also amazing.

“It made me feel very proud, especially when I saw that it was in recognition of my contribution to association football in Northern Ireland.

“It brought it home that playing more than 100 times for my country, and playing for so long for Northern Ireland, has been so good. I represented everyone in the country and had many good times along the way.”

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