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Robbie Brady takes No 10 shirt for Serbia showdown

Robbie Brady
Robbie Brady

Robbie Brady has inherited the No 10 shirt from Robbie Keane for the Republic of Ireland's clash in Serbia tonight.

Brady has been given a more advanaced role as Martin O'Neill's men look to start on the right foot.

Keane played his final game for his country against Oman last Wednesday night, volleying home a terrific goal on his swan song. His fellow Dubliner also found the net at the Aviva, curling home a fine free-kick, and he'll be hoping to do some more damage in the final third in Belgrade.

There had been speculation the Norwich man would be utilised at left-back for the World Cup qualifying Group D opener.

However, O'Neill will push the Dubliner further up the field in the hope his cultured left foot can either create or plunder a precious goal.

With Shane Long set to lead the line ahead of Brady, Jon Walters could be asked to do a shift on the right wing, with James McClean on the left.

Stephen Ward line up at left-back alongside John O'Shea, Richard Keogh and captain Seamus Coleman, while Jeff Hendrick and Glenn Whelan will anchor the midfield.

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