Giovanni Trapattoni names strong Republic of Ireland side

Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni has named a strong starting lineup for Wednesday's friendly against Wales in Cardiff.

Keiren Westwood starts in goal for the visitors behind a back four that includes Ciaran Clark and John O'Shea.

Jonathan Walters, Wes Hoolahan and James McCarthy feature in midfield, while Shane Long leads the attack.

Wales coach Chris Coleman is yet to name his side for the match at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Ireland: Westwood; Coleman, Clark, O'Shea, Wilson; Walters, McCarthy, Whelan, Brady, Hoolahan; Long