Keane ruled out for Austria clash, Doyle called up

Giovanni Trapattoni was dealt a major blow today when Ireland skipper Robbie Keane was forced to withdraw from the squad for the World Cup qualifier against Austria.

Giovanni Trapattoni was dealt a major blow today when Ireland skipper Robbie Keane was forced to withdraw from the squad for the World Cup qualifier against Austria.

The 32-year-old underwent a scan on the calf strain he suffered during Friday’s 0-0 draw in Sweden this morning and the results have confirmed that he will be unable to play on Tuesday evening.

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