Trap to put squad through their paces as the French loom large…

The Republic of Ireland are training in Malahide, County Dublin this morning as they commence their preparations for the visit of France to Croke Park on Saturday…

Irish boss Giovanni Trapattoni has no major injury concerns amongst his squad ahead of the most important game in recent Irish football history…

Meanwhile French coach Raymond Domenech is hopeful that Thierry Henry will start the game after making his return to action for Barcelona last week. The former Arsenal striker is continuing his return to full fitness after a spell on the sidelines through injury.