U21s to host Italy in European Championship 2013 qualifiers

The Republic of Ireland U21 side will face Italy, Turkey, Hungary and Liechtenstein in the UEFA U21 European Championship 2013 qualifiers following the draw which was made in Nyon, Switzerland today.

The eight team finals will take place in Israel in June 2013 will include hosts Israel and the winners of seven play-off fixtures which include the 10 group winners and four best runners-up. The group stage begins on March 25.