FAI voices 'concerns'

Republic of Ireland's WCQ in Tbilisi in doubt

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FAI voices 'concerns'

Trapattoni: Game in doubt

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The Football Association of Ireland has expressed 'concerns' over the Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Georgia in September.

Giovanni Trapattoni's side are due to travel Tbilisi on 6th September, but the FAI says the game could be in doubt due to the conflict between Georgia and Russia.

The FAI is set to work in partnership with the Department of Foreign Affairs, Fifa, Uefa and the Georgian Football Association before a decision is made as to whether the game will go ahead.

A statement issued by the Football Association of Ireland said: "The FAI views with concern the escalation of hostilities in Georgia ahead of next month's World Cup qualifier match in Tbilisi.

"We will continue to work closely with the Department of Foreign Affairs, Fifa, Uefa and the Georgian Football Association to keep fans informed of any updates and advice from these bodies as they become available."

Wales contact

Wales' friendly match at home to Georgia next week in Swansea could also be in doubt.

The FA of Wales has been in contact with their Georgian counterparts, and at the moment the match on 20th August at the Liberty Stadium is still on.

But further attempts to contact the Georgians will be made later on Monday.

An FAW spokesman said: "Because of the situation in the Georgia/South Russia region, the Football Association of Wales is keeping in close contact with the Georgia Football Federation.

"At this time, the international at the Liberty Stadium, Swansea is still scheduled to go ahead. However, we hope to have a further update from Tbilisi later this afternoon."

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