McGeady ruled out

Republic of Ireland winger Aiden McGeady has been ruled out of tomorrow’s World Cup qualifier in Italy.

The 22-year-old Celtic midfielder was omitted from manager Giovanni Trapattoni’s plans for the Group Eight clash due to the knee injury he suffered during Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Bulgaria.

McGeady’s loss means the Italian will be without both his first-choice wingers after Damien Duff’s departure with a hamstring injury.

Wolves striker Andy Keogh seems likely to replace McGeady.