JAMES MCCARTHY WILL replace the injured Glenn Whelan in Ireland’s starting line-up to face Sweden tonight.
Stoke midfielder Whelan had been carrying an ankle injury but was expected to be fit after being named alongside Paul Green in midfield by Giovanni Trapattoni earlier this week.
However, news emerged earlier afternoon that the 29-year-old hasn’t fully recovered in time and it has been confirmed that Wigan’s James McCarthy will replace him.
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In a surprising move, Trapattoni has also decided to withdraw Robbie Brady for Jon Walters. The Italian yesterday questioned the Hull winger’s “psychological fitness” and with hours to go before kick-off (7.45pm Irish time) he has opted to make a late switch.
Ireland team to play Sweden: Forde, Coleman, O’Shea (c), Clark, Wilson, Walters, Whelan, McCarthy, McClean, Keane, Long.
Glenn whelan has been a great servant for Ireland, and I love him coz hrs a true Irishman who gives his all, but I can’t help but feel this is a blessing in disguise with McCarthy waiting in the wings. Regardless, lets cheer fit every one if those lads, the one thing u can be sure if us that every one of them will wear the shirt with pride, and for that I’m proud. I’m in oz and gAme not being shown here, hope to wake up to great news tomorrow. COYBIG. God bless Ireland
Gavin, unfortunately have tried all those options. Servants is showing Wales v Scotland. If you’ve any links for streaming online would be much appreciated coz that’s our lady resort
Haha god bless ya TJ, ya only realise what a wonderful place it is when ya leave it. Here’s to Ireland 1-0 (Robbie keane). Is and always will be an Irish hero!
Never nice to be happy to see a player injured but its liteterally boosted my enthusiasm for the game now, I think McCarthy-Green is a better combo then Whelan-Green or possivle better then McCarthy-Whelan and @Joe Dangermouse Hendrick would not be the end of the world hes a seriously good distributor and defensive player but McCarthy is hands down the better option
And if he does go and play McCarthy after all the really discouraging things he said about him yesterday whats to be expected of James? Whats his confidence level ( and that of Brady) gonna be after his own manager comes out and slights his game. Just another example of the complete mis-managment of the squad.
Ya never know lads, it probably is bad management but hopefully it’s just the thing to rise them. Really really hoping for a big result tonight, can’t help but feel its make or break. Believe!
Lads we are we are with this guy…we know what he is and the way he manages… I hate to see anyone getting injured but lets hope McCarthy gets his chance to prove trap wrong. And Brady is a confident lad anyway, so I’m sure he’ll be well up to show what he’s made of! COME ON IRELAND!!!!
I agree, the Green Bashing is mainly coming from the armchair brigade who only watch Champs Lge and top 4 super Sunday games and therefore have absolutely no clue about any of the current irish players.
Anyone who actually watches games will know, Green is a more mobile and effective DM than Whelan.
Given we’re stuck with rigid 442, Green and McCarthy would have been my ideal pick to begin with.
Both are mobile midfielders, unlike Whelan and Gibson, who would get slaughtered in a 442 system.
+1 He should of played 4-5-1 with a 3 man midfield of Green, McCarthy, Houlahan and Long upfront on his own and dropped Keane. Rest of team is ok, maybe played coleman on right of midfield instead of brady to cover right side with o’shea right back and st ledger cente back with clark. I would of prefered pilkington over Mcclean too. Wilson good choice, crazy playing debut keeper in forder but what can you do…would of prefered Shay.
The Green bashing is embarrassing at this stage. Same brigade who were having a canary over McClean. Get behind Green. He will work his arse off tonight and could do with the support
Granted he had a mare against the Ruskies and tbh I wouldn’t start him but the fact of the matter is he is starting. So maybe swallow your pride and show some support?
Regarding McClean, seems strange to me he was ignored when he was in form and scoring the odd goal. Now he’s out of form, gets booed by his own fans and he of course slots right in. Imagine an Ireland with Long up front Hoolahan behind him , 2 wingers, Gibson and McCarthy in the holding roles and a defence similar to the one we’re using now in a 4-2-3-1.
Seriously bud you should NEVER leave a comment about football on this again… Andy Keogh centre of midfield away from home to Sweden?? He’s a striker by trade… You have less of a clue than Trapattoni!!
Terrible kick in the gonads for Brady! What the hell was trap up to making public the whole “mental fitness” thing and then dropping him, whether connected or not, shows how bad at man management this guy is! Hopefully we’ll get the draw, but wouldn’t be confident!
Would like to have seen hoolahan come in for Brady in a 4-3-3 formation with long and mclean playing off robbie upfront, glad mccarthys in, should have been there from the start!
I hate how trap has killed our enthusiasmus! But we’ve not lost away under him. Often heard him described as lucky and losing whelan is a stroke of luck. If I gambled I’d put a small wager on us to get a result.
Granted he had a mare against the Ruskies and tbh I wouldn’t start him but the fact of the matter is he is starting. So maybe swallow your pride and show some support?
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Could be a blessing? Chance now for McCarthy to shine and prove to Trap he should have been in starting 11? COYBIG
Some good news for a change. He was the worst of a bad lot at the euros. Glad he’s out.
Lets hope the swedes dont turnip.
( ill get my coat :) )
Is Trap trying to destroy Brady’s career before it starts? Come on Ireland!
Glenn whelan has been a great servant for Ireland, and I love him coz hrs a true Irishman who gives his all, but I can’t help but feel this is a blessing in disguise with McCarthy waiting in the wings. Regardless, lets cheer fit every one if those lads, the one thing u can be sure if us that every one of them will wear the shirt with pride, and for that I’m proud. I’m in oz and gAme not being shown here, hope to wake up to great news tomorrow. COYBIG. God bless Ireland
Jesus I nearly shed a tear there in light of your emotional nationalism!!
Cathal try one of the all night casinos, I watched my Ireland games there when I was over.
Gavin, unfortunately have tried all those options. Servants is showing Wales v Scotland. If you’ve any links for streaming online would be much appreciated coz that’s our lady resort
Haha god bless ya TJ, ya only realise what a wonderful place it is when ya leave it. Here’s to Ireland 1-0 (Robbie keane). Is and always will be an Irish hero!
Cathal, try http://www.myp2p.pe it usually streams all games
Thanks mick
Im badly in need of some r and r.
Wheres this lady resort you speak of.
It’s a pseudonym for your aul one John, try lesson street
Yup Cathal, I agree with mick, watched the euro games on myp2p from Indonesia
Representing abroad Cathal…fair play man!! Lets hope your prediction comes in!!
Rte may be streaming it on their site?
Google vipbox.com
http://www.aertv.ie Cathal. Full RTE coverage, Eamo had Brady in a headlock earlier.
Knowing trap he’ll probably start hendrick.
Still an improvement! Surely he wont though, surely.
Never nice to be happy to see a player injured but its liteterally boosted my enthusiasm for the game now, I think McCarthy-Green is a better combo then Whelan-Green or possivle better then McCarthy-Whelan and @Joe Dangermouse Hendrick would not be the end of the world hes a seriously good distributor and defensive player but McCarthy is hands down the better option
I agree nick,we just need that creativity and Mccarthy will give us that.looking forward to the game myself with a few scoops
Brilliant news…. Now put James McCarthy in & our midfield will be balanced!! Ireland 1-0 14/1 tempting
Worth 5
Worth a score
Worth a grand!! ha ha!!
He’ll definitely start Hendrick because he won’t allow himself to be proved wrong for not picking McCarthy in the first place.
And if he does go and play McCarthy after all the really discouraging things he said about him yesterday whats to be expected of James? Whats his confidence level ( and that of Brady) gonna be after his own manager comes out and slights his game. Just another example of the complete mis-managment of the squad.
Ya never know lads, it probably is bad management but hopefully it’s just the thing to rise them. Really really hoping for a big result tonight, can’t help but feel its make or break. Believe!
Lads we are we are with this guy…we know what he is and the way he manages… I hate to see anyone getting injured but lets hope McCarthy gets his chance to prove trap wrong. And Brady is a confident lad anyway, so I’m sure he’ll be well up to show what he’s made of! COME ON IRELAND!!!!
I agree, the Green Bashing is mainly coming from the armchair brigade who only watch Champs Lge and top 4 super Sunday games and therefore have absolutely no clue about any of the current irish players.
Anyone who actually watches games will know, Green is a more mobile and effective DM than Whelan.
Given we’re stuck with rigid 442, Green and McCarthy would have been my ideal pick to begin with.
Both are mobile midfielders, unlike Whelan and Gibson, who would get slaughtered in a 442 system.
+1 He should of played 4-5-1 with a 3 man midfield of Green, McCarthy, Houlahan and Long upfront on his own and dropped Keane. Rest of team is ok, maybe played coleman on right of midfield instead of brady to cover right side with o’shea right back and st ledger cente back with clark. I would of prefered pilkington over Mcclean too. Wilson good choice, crazy playing debut keeper in forder but what can you do…would of prefered Shay.
Praise The Lord
I really hope Brady’s psycological condition is ok after this news…
McCarthy or Hoolo should be the replacement.
Thank god for that
No Glenn? But who’s gonna give the ball away needlessly and then watch impotently as play passes him by??
Makes no difference. Two words: Paul Green. No wonder Ireland are 6/1 to win the game.
The Green bashing is embarrassing at this stage. Same brigade who were having a canary over McClean. Get behind Green. He will work his arse off tonight and could do with the support
Its not PG bashing. It’s a fact he’s not good enough ar this level in my opinion. Anyone remember Russia at home? He starts on the wing for Leeds.
Granted he had a mare against the Ruskies and tbh I wouldn’t start him but the fact of the matter is he is starting. So maybe swallow your pride and show some support?
Regarding McClean, seems strange to me he was ignored when he was in form and scoring the odd goal. Now he’s out of form, gets booed by his own fans and he of course slots right in. Imagine an Ireland with Long up front Hoolahan behind him , 2 wingers, Gibson and McCarthy in the holding roles and a defence similar to the one we’re using now in a 4-2-3-1.
I fancy Keogh for the centre midfield slot. He’s full of pace and got us of the mark against Germany.
“off”
Seriously bud you should NEVER leave a comment about football on this again… Andy Keogh centre of midfield away from home to Sweden?? He’s a striker by trade… You have less of a clue than Trapattoni!!
Terrible kick in the gonads for Brady! What the hell was trap up to making public the whole “mental fitness” thing and then dropping him, whether connected or not, shows how bad at man management this guy is! Hopefully we’ll get the draw, but wouldn’t be confident!
Would like to have seen hoolahan come in for Brady in a 4-3-3 formation with long and mclean playing off robbie upfront, glad mccarthys in, should have been there from the start!
Trapp probably play Hendricks instead of McCarthy as Hendricks style is similar to Whelans approach,
Hendrick is better than whelan. Should be him and McCarthy starting in the middle. Green is poo!
I hate how trap has killed our enthusiasmus! But we’ve not lost away under him. Often heard him described as lucky and losing whelan is a stroke of luck. If I gambled I’d put a small wager on us to get a result.
Granted he had a mare against the Ruskies and tbh I wouldn’t start him but the fact of the matter is he is starting. So maybe swallow your pride and show some support?
http://knowyourmeme.com/photos/240470-some-faith-in-humanity-has-been-restored
Walters instead of Brady…didn’t see that coming…
Is it on sky sports