Striker Best hoping to impress Trap

Leon Best is aiming to be Republic of Ireland's World Cup superhero after earning his 'Zorro' nickname this season at Coventry.

Wed, 27 May, 2009 - 16:05

Leon Best is aiming to be Republic of Ireland's World Cup superhero after earning his 'Zorro' nickname this season at Coventry.

The 22-year-old striker is set to be given his chance in the friendly against Nigeria on Friday as Kevin Doyle and Caleb Folan are out injured.

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