McCarthy praises low-profile players

Mick McCarthy has praised the attitude of the Republic of Ireland players who are not likely to figure in the World Cup, and said they will play a big part in the team’s success here.

Mick McCarthy has praised the attitude of the Republic of Ireland players who are not likely to figure in the World Cup, and said they will play a big part in the team’s success.

The Ireland boss used 14 players in Saturday’s opening Group E clash with Cameroon, and the likelihood is that four or five of his 22-man squad will not feature in these finals.