Trapattoni to name squad for play-off ties

Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni is due to name his squad today for the World Cup play-offs against France.

Reading striker Noel Hunt has been ruled out after knee surgery that could see him miss the rest of the season.

Caleb Folan and Leon Best are also looking doubtful due to injury.

Ireland play the first leg against France at Croke Park on November 14 before heading to Paris for the return leg on November 18.