Givens forced to make changes to U-21 squad

Republic of Ireland Under-21 manager Don Givens has been forced to make two changes in his squad for the friendly game against Scotland at Rugby Park next Tuesday.

Manchester City's Stephen Paisley and Liam Miller of Celtic have both pulled out through injury.

Eircom League players Richie Byrne of Shamrock Rovers and John Lester of Bohemians, a former Everton midfielder, have both been given call-ups.