Rovers skipper steadying himself for Salah battle

Shamrock Rovers defender Roberto 'Pico' Lopes is heading for the African Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast next month when his Cape Verde side meet Ghana, Mozambique and Egypt.

Roberto Lopes of Shamrock Rovers, left, and E Republic of Ireland player Ciaran Walsh.

Pico Lopes recently found himself in the unusual position of shouting at his television screen when his potential upcoming opponent Mo Salah appeared.

The Shamrock Rovers defender is heading for the African Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast next month when his Cape Verde side meet Ghana, Mozambique and Egypt.