Aiden McGeady hadn't been involved in training all week with a badly bruised foot. Latest news for Irish fans is that both Shay Given, and McGeady will be fit for the match today.
Goalkeeper Shay Given who has been suffering with a shoulder injury will earn his 93rd International cap. With Damien Duff out with a hamstring strain Readings wStephen Hunt is the most likely contender for the left side position.
Most likely Republic of Ireland Team
Given, Kelly, Dunne, O'Shea, Kilbane, McGeady, Whelan, Andrews, Hunt, Doyle, Keane.