Kerr names his starting XI
Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr has named a strong Irish team for tonight’s match with Portugal.
Damien Duff will pick up his 50th cap named on the left wing with new Tottenham signing Andy Reid on the opposite flank.
Robbie Keane is joined by Clinton Morrison up front. Birmingham striker Morrison returns to the side after missing the last game due to injury.
Matt Holland returns to midfield for his first game since the 1-0 victory against Holland in Amsterdam last June. He partners Kevin Kilbane, who picks up his 60th cap, in the centre.
Tonight’s match kicks off at 7.30pm and is Brian Kerr’s 25th game in charge.
Republic of Ireland: Shay Given, Steve Finnan, Andy O’Brien, Kenny Cunningham (Captain), John O’Shea, Andy Reid, Matt Holland, Kevin Kilbane, Damien Duff, Clinton Morrison, Robbie Keane.
