John —, Birmingham City goalkeeper; 2012 England debutant against Italy (5)

I believe the answer is:

ruddy

(Other definitions for ruddy that I've seen before include "Damn" , "Red in the face (like a duck?)" , "Blooming" , "Dratted" , "Healthily red in face" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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