O'Shea back in training ahead of Euro qualifier

Sunderland defender John O'Shea today handed Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni a boost when he was able to train with his team-mates.

The 30-year-old, who reported for duty carrying a knock, played a full part in this morning's session at Gannon Park, Malahide ahead of the squad's scheduled departure for Andorra tomorrow.