Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny has named his Ireland to take on Azerbaijan in their FIFA World Cup qualifier this evening, hoping to earn his first competitive victory in charge.
Gavin Bazunu has retained his place in goals after a strong performance against Portugal.
Shane Duffy, John Egan, and Seamus Coleman will line out at centre back, with Matt Doherty and James McClean at wingback.
In midfield Josh Cullen partners Jayson Molumby, with Troy Parrott in a number ten role.
Up front we will see Adam Idah and Aaron Connolly.
Alan Browne and Callum Robinson both come into the matchday squad having missed the game in Faro due to covid protocols. In all, there are three changes to the side that played in midweek.
Here is the team in full.
STARTING XI | Ireland v Azerbaijan
Troy Parrott, Jayson Molumby and James McClean all come into the side 🙌
A young, exciting front-line as we return to the @AVIVAStadium 😃
Be loud and proud today 💚#COYBIG | #WeAreOne | #IRLAZE pic.twitter.com/K063CvffeW— FAIreland ⚽️🇮🇪 (@FAIreland) September 4, 2021
With crowds returning to the Aviva Stadium for the first time since the start of the pandemic, this will be an ideal opportunity for Stephen Kenny to get his first competitive win as Ireland boss.
They will be expected to do so against Azerbaijan, although they have put in a few decent performances in the group up to this point. They have not lost by more than one goal to any of Luxembourg, Portugal, or Serbia.
In truth, this is a game Ireland really need to win. The Portugal game was one thing, but that needs to be backed up with another strong showing this evening.
A repeat performance from the one on Wednesday evening would likely be enough to get the job done, although there is nothing in certain with this Ireland side at the moment.
Here's hoping for a good performance and an all important three points.
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