FAI awaiting word on Steven Reid injury

The FAI is waiting for word on Stephen Reid's latest injury worry, which is casting doubt over his availability for Saturday's vital World Cup clash with Italy.

The Blackburn Rovers midfielder was recalled to the Republic of Ireland squad for the final two qualifiers after a year-long absence with a knee injury.

However, his participation is now in doubt after he missed Blackburn's Premier League game against Arsenal yesterday with an Achilles problem.

The injury is not believed to be serious, but Reid's participation on Saturday could be in doubt.