The Republic of Ireland will look to bounce back from Friday’s defeat to Russia tonight when they meet Slovakia in Zilina in their Euro 2012 qualifier.
Kick off is at 7.30
Shane Long will start in place of the injured Kevin Doyle.
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However, Liam Lawrence must undergo a late fitness test – if he doesn’t make the starting 11 Keith Fahey will take his place on the wing.
Manager Giovanni Trapattoni has come under fire for his negative tactics in Friday’s clash at the Aviva Stadium, but the Italian has insisted that he will not change the way his side will play, while captain Robbie Keane has given the Italian his supporty.
