Kevin Foley’s Euro 2012 hopes were today dealt a devastating blow when Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni decided not to take a risk on his fitness.

The Republic of Ireland team have said their thoughts are with the people of northern Italy after at least 10 people died in an earthquake near their Euro 2012 training base.

Paul Green is hoping his Euro 2012 adventure could help him find a new club for next season.

Giovanni Trapattoni tonight spoke of his humiliation at the latest match-fixing scandal to engulf Italian football.

Defender Kevin Foley returned to full training here last night as the Republic of Ireland began the serious preparations for Euro 2012 at their Italian training base.