31-year-old Forde to debut for Ireland tonight

David Forde will reap the rewards of never giving up on his dream when he starts his first game for the Ireland tonight.

Tue, 07 Jun, 2011 - 08:18

David Forde will reap the rewards of never giving up on his dream when he starts his first game for the Ireland tonight.

The 31-year-old Millwall keeper will become the oldest player to make his full debut for Ireland since the Second World War when he lines up against Italy in Liege.

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