Shay Given may not have played his last game in an Ireland shirt. The veteran Irish goalkeeper could be set for a remarkable recall to the Ireland squad under Martin O'Neill.
The Irish Sun reports today that O'Neill is apparently eyeing up the 38-year-old for his squad for the Euro 2016 qualifying campaign opener against Georgia. Given has been absent from international football for two years.
The Aston Villa shotstopper made his debut for Ireland against Russia in 1996 and has gone on to win 126 international caps, making him the second most capped Irish player in history after Robbie Keane.
David Forde was thought to be a shoe-in to start for Ireland following Keiren Westwood's return from injury but it now appears that Given may get the nod.
This story is sure to restart the debate over whether managers favouring experienced players hinders the growth of developing talent. How are young players such as the 34-year-old Forde supposed to flourish under these conditions?
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