Republic of Ireland are playing their first Euro since 1992. A tough qualification round and the play-offs have got them through to the finals. But it remains a question if they can continue their heroics under coach Trapattoni being placed in one of the toughest groups of the tournament.
Past Records in
Euro
Republic of Ireland played their first major tournament
finals in 1988 Euro.
They did not qualify for Euro since 1992.
Euro 2012
Road to
Qualification
Republic of Ireland finished second in the qualifying
group and was made to play play-offs with Estonia. They easily defeated Estonia
with 5-1 aggregate win to enter the European Championship since 1992.
Probable
Line-up
Given
John O'Shea – Dunne
– St Ledger – Ward
Duff –
Andrews - Whelan – McGeady
Keane - Doyle
Most capped
Players
Shay Given – 121 caps (0 goals)
Robbie Keane – 116 caps (53 goals)
Damien Duff – 96 caps (8 goals)
Top Goalscorers
Robbie Keane – 53 goals
Kevin Doyle – 10 goals
Damien Duff – 8 goals
Man To Watch
Republic of Ireland’s man to watch seems non-other than all
time favorite, Robbie Keane. The top scorer for the Irish side is currently
playing MLS along with David Beckham. At the age of 31, he still has some
qualities left in him to make this tournament memorable. Fitness could be a
concern for him. However, all eyes will be on Robbie Keane if he can increase
his tally of goals.
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