World Cup: Six Irish players sit out training game

Six Irish players sat out a friendly match this afternoon ahead of Saturday’s World Cup qualifier against Iran.

Wed, 07 Nov, 2001 - 16:28

Six Irish players sat out a friendly match this afternoon ahead of Saturday’s World Cup qualifier against Iran.

Robbie Keane, Steve Finnan, Dean Kiely, Steven Reid, Matt Holland and Kevin Kilbane played no part in the training game against a selection from the Eircom League.

However, all six are expected to be fit for Saturday’s game.

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