Five sit out Ireland training session

Five players sat out Ireland's first training session after the emotional roller-coaster of Wednesday's match.

Five players sat out Ireland's first training session after the emotional roller-coaster of Wednesday's match.

Shay Given still has a slight hip problem, Gary Breen got a bang on his calf during the match, while Steve Finnan and Steve Staunton both have slight hamstring strains.

Matt Holland has a injured rib.

All are expected to be fit for Tuesday's make-or-break match with Saudi Arabia.

Jason McAteer participated in the light-hearted session, which included a Gaelic football match between the squad, and is on a course of anti-inflammatories for his troubled knee.

more courts articles

Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London Man admits killing Irish pensioner (87) on mobility scooter in London
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson arrives at court to face sex charges
Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court Case against Jeffrey Donaldson to be heard in court

More in this section

Real Madrid v Bayern Munich - UEFA Champions League - Semi Final - Second Leg - Santiago Bernabeu Real Madrid’s unshakeable faith feels like a dark art for defeated Bayern
137th AGM of the IFAB - Marriott Hotel County Hall FIFA threatened with legal action over scheduling of next Club World Cup
George Shelvey 16/2/2024 Anti-Irish slur prompts FAI to throw book at Dundalk 'keeper Shelvey
Sport Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser.

Sign Up
Sport
Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers

Sign up
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited