Kerr looks for flexible friends

THE return for Ireland from nine challenge games in ten months can only be regarded as disappointing. The results have been outstanding but the old selection problems remain, in spite of Brian Kerr's best efforts.

Kerr looks for flexible friends

The Republic still search for a natural goal-scoring centre-forward, a right-sided midfield player who can offer penetration and defensive cover and a real authoritative force at centre-back.

Add in the fact that Shay Given is the only goalkeeper available with substantial international experience and it is clear the upcoming World Cup qualifying ties have come around too soon.

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