Kenny receives Browne boost ahead of Greek mission

The Cork native, who had an impact when sprung from the bench last time out against France in March, partook in an 11-a-side training match on Saturday evening.

BACK IN THE FOLD: Alan Browne during a Republic of Ireland training match at Calista Sports Centre in Antalya, Turkey. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Alan Browne has won his battle to be fit for Ireland’s crucial Euro 2024 qualifier against Greece on Friday night in Athens.

The Preston North End captain’s season ended in early April when he was forced off against QPR. Tests diagnosed medial ligament damage in his knee but a careful rehabilitation regime, including hydrotherapy while the squad are in Antalya, Turkey on a nine-day training camp has been timed to perfection for this double-header that concludes next Monday (June 19) against Gibraltar at home.