Ireland defender Marc Wilson is a slight doubt for the World Cup qualifier against Sweden because of an ankle injury. But Giovanni Trapattoni is hopeful the Stoke left back will be fit for FridayÂ’s game at the Aviva after a scan revealed no lasting damage. Wilson rested as his team-mates began preparations in Malahide this morning while QPR defender Richard Dunne also watched from the sideline due to the after-effects of his club exertions at the weekend. Wigan midfielder James McCarthy wasnÂ’t there after being allowed to delay his arrival until Tuesday as Everton are poised to step up their interest in him on the final day of the transfer window. Skipper Robbie Keane was due to land in Dublin later on Monday as he headed across the Atlantic once again to join up with his team-mates.
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