Only 13 Irish train after friendly workout

Only 13 of Ireland’s squad took part in light training at the team’s base in Izumo this morning.

Some of Ireland's Injury worries - including Kenny Cunningham and Steve Finnan - enjoyed a brief workout and are expected to be fit for the opening game against Cameroon next week.

Meanwhile Jason McAteer must wait until tomorrow to have a scan done on his left knee. The Sunderland man picked up an injury after a friendly match against Hiroshima yesterday.