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Seamus Coleman: 'Italy made us work hard'
Republic of Ireland defender Seamus Coleman admits that the side had to "work very hard" for their draw against Italy.Jun 1, 18:49
Italy's Riccardo Montolivo out of World Cup with broken leg
Italy's Riccardo Montolivo is ruled out of the World Cup after breaking his leg during the 0-0 draw with Republic of Ireland at Craven Cottage.Jun 1, 06:53
Martin O'Neill hails "magnificent" Republic of Ireland display against Italy
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill hails a "magnificent" display by his side following the 0-0 draw with Italy at Craven Cottage.Jun 1, 06:42
Riccardo Montolivo stretchered off in Italy friendly
Italy midfielder Riccardo Montolivo's hopes of playing in the World Cup take a blow as he is stretchered off in the first half of his side's friendly this evening.May 31, 19:50
The Match
Match Report
Italy's World Cup warm-up schedule gets off to a slow start as they are held to a goalless draw by the Republic of Ireland at Craven Cottage.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the international friendly between Italy and the Republic of Ireland at Craven Cottage.
Build-up
Cesare Prandelli: 'Players must impress against Republic of Ireland'
Cesare Prandelli claims that the approach of his players to Saturday's friendly against Northern Ireland is a factor when deciding who goes to Brazil.May 31, 01:44
Giuseppe Rossi to start for Italy against the Republic of Ireland
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli reveals that Giuseppe Rossi will start in their international friendly against the Republic of Ireland.May 30, 22:26
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