Bonner: Trap has earned right to choose

Former Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Packie Bonner believes current manager Giovanni Trapattoni has earned the right to make the selections he wants without constant criticism.

There have been strong calls for the Italian to include Andy Reid, James McCarthy and Seamus Coleman in the team, while sections of the media also believe Stephen Ireland should be offered a return to the international fold.

Sunderland’s James McClean is the current flavour of the month, but Bonner is of the opinion that Trapattoni should be allowed to make the calls he wants