Robbie wants Roy back in the fold for Georgia qualifier

TOTTENHAM striker Robbie Keane hopes his namesake Roy will be back in the Republic of Ireland fold in time for their next Euro 2004 qualifier against Georgia in March.

The Manchester United captain has not been involved for his country since his bust-up with then manager Mick McCarthy just before the World Cup, but McCarthy's resignation from the post has opened the door for Keane's return.

And Robbie Keane would welcome the midfielder back and hopes it happens sooner rather than later.