France wary of wily Wes Hoolahan’s ‘brilliant left foot’

France have pinpointed Wes Hoolahan as the Ireland player they need to thwart if they’re to prevail in today's Euro 2016 last-16 tie.

France wary of wily Wes Hoolahan’s ‘brilliant left foot’
Sun, 26 Jun, 2016 - 01:00
John Fallon

The Norwich City playmaker scored Ireland’s first goal of the tournament against Sweden last week and created with other with a sumptuous cross for Robbie Brady in Wednesday’s win over Italy.

Martin O’Neill is likely to restore his link-man to the starting team for the meeting with the hosts and France are wary of the influence he can have on proceedings.

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