Boys in green search for a cure for summertime blues

At least we know that the Aviva crowd will definitely have something to cheer about tonight. With the friendly against the USA doubling as a John O’Shea tribute gig, the feelgood factor is already in place.

The feelsad factor too, of course, since the departure of the Waterford man, on his 118th and final appearance for his country, is bound to be an emotional occasion.

But, though an end of season friendly between two World Cup also-rans is never likely to set the pulse racing, it’s a game not lacking in meaning in its own right for the hosts.