Sammon angling for Ireland’s call

THE ramifications of Ireland’s qualification for Euro 2012 were felt all the way over in Wigan, with James McCarthy poised to become the Latics’ sole representative at the finals.

But if Wigan boss Roberto Martinez had his way, there would be two representatives from the DW making the trip to Poland and Ukraine.

Just over three years ago, Conor Sammon was plying his trade with Derry City in the Eircom League.