Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni made one change to the starting line-up he prematurely named last night for their friendly against Australia in Limerick.
The Italian promoted young Manchester United midfielder Darron Gibson ahead of Keith Andrews, a change he had hinted at as he seeks to see more of the upcoming 21-year-old who wins just his sixth cap.
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