Ireland face Slovakia as Russia and Armenia record wins

Kevin Doyle won a late reprieve as the Republic of Ireland attempted to edge their way closer to qualification for the Euro 2012 finals.

The Wolves striker, skipper Robbie Keane’s usual partner, was initially left out of the starting line-up to face Slovakia in favour of Shane Long, but was reinstated after the West Brom man was sidelined by a calf strain.