Soccer: I can still make World Cup - O’Shea

Manchester United defender John O’Shea is still hoping to win a place in the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup squad despite being left out for tonight’s friendly against Denmark.

The 20-year-old central defender is a surprise omission from manager Mick McCarthy’s senior squad for the game against their fellow finalists at Lansdowne Road, a clear indication the Waterford youngster could miss out on the trip to Japan this summer.