Kerr proves he can play poker with the big boys

BRIAN Kerr hasn’t revealed his summer plans but perhaps he might consider a trip to Las Vegas.

Luck can only bring the gambler so far - the Irish manager has shown that he also brings an astuteness to the table.

Last night’s 2-0 victory leaves Ireland clinging to the Swiss coat-tails, and in the astonishing position of being able to qualify automatically if they win their last two games. Of course, their last two games will prove sterner examinations than Georgia did, but rookie Kerr has shown his capacity to play poker with the big boys. Any dice he tosses at present comes up with the right numbers.