Knock-out fever builds for Sunday game

Ireland is expected to stop in its tracks tomorrow as people support the Republic's football team.

The fourth big game for McCarthy's men is against Spain and pubs will open early to cater for the build up to the game. However, alcohol will not be served until 12.30 pm which will coincide with kick-off time in Seoul.

The GAA have set back most of their matches until after 4pm for the World Cup clash.

Meanwhile there has been some anxiety about Robbie Keane and Steven Staunton sitting out training yesterday in the South Korean capital. Nonetheless, Mick McCarthy said that he expected both players to be fully fit today.