Keeper Asmir Begovic looks to turn fans’ expectations against Ireland

Asmir Begovic reckons his Bosnia-Herzegovina side can profit from the pressure on Ireland to deliver tonight in Dublin.

Although the 1-1 draw earned by Martin O’Neill’s side in Zenica on Friday gives Ireland an upper hand, the Chelsea goalkeeper believes the away team can secure their passage to next year’s European Championships by smashing Ireland’s unbeaten record in the campaign.

“Things didn’t work out so well for us in the first leg but the atmosphere amongst the players since about getting the result we need is very positive,” said the 28-year-old last night, before their pre-match workout at Lansdowne Road.