FAI confirms talks with SFA over Nations Cup fee

The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) have moved to clarify a reported dispute between them and the Scottish Football Association (SFA) regarding the Scots' participation fee for the Carling Nations Cup.

In a statement, the FAI said that they along with the Irish Football Association (IFA) and the Football Association of Wales (FAW) have been "in negotiations with the SFA seeking a downward adjustment of their fee to give a more equitable share of the profits to each of the competing associations based on the economic climate and ticket sales generated at the tournament. "

The FAI also claims that reports of "a lack of contact" are incorrect, "as are claims that this issue is linked to UEFA EURO 2012 prize money".

Reports had suggested that the Scots were owed over €1m from the tournament, which took place in Dublin in February and May this year.

The FAI said it was "disappointing" that this matter has come into the public arena while the four associations are still trying to reach agreement.