Conor Sammon has been included in the Republic of Ireland starting lineup to face Austria tomorrow night.

The Derby County striker has taken the place of Robbie Keane, who has been ruled out of the World Cup qualifier with a calf injury.

The only other change from the 0-0 draw with Sweden on Friday evening has seen Stoke City midfielder Glenn Whelan come into the team for Paul Green.

Ireland XI to face Austria: Forde; Coleman, O'Shea, Clark, Wilson; Walters, Whelan, McCarthy, McClean; Sammon, Long