Brazil have been confirmed to play the Republic of Ireland team in February in a friendly once they get the thumbs up from the GAA. Croke Park hadn't been open to friendlies in the agreement between the parties but it is thought that given the high rental they will receive the GAA will allow it.
Derry Citys defnder Ken Oman is set to go on trial with Roy Keanes'Irish Revolution' in Sunderland. The highly rated centre half is a free agent after the Setanta Cup Play-off between Derry and Finn Harps and is thought to be interested.