Ireland continue preparations for Cyrpus showdown

Ireland are due to continue their preparations for Saturday's crucial showdown with Cyprus today.

Brian Kerr's men are due to hold a training session in Limassol this morning and another session in the match stadium later tonight.

Ireland need to beat Cyrpus and also secure a win against Switzerland next week to be in with a chance of reaching the play-offs for the World Cup finals.

The situation has put Kerr under massive pressure, with most commentators believing his future as Irish manager rests on winning the two games.