Luxembourg have run into a problem with Covid-19 ahead of their weekend World Cup clash with Ireland in Dublin as one of their key midfielders has tested positive. Luxembourg have another issue as the Portuguese club of midfielder Vincent Thill have refused to release him due to concerns about Covid and a requirement for him to quarantine when he returns from international duty. However, the Luxembourg FA remain in talks with his club Nacional, who are based in Madeira and are hoping to secure his release. Luxembourg play Ireland in Dublin on Saturday, their first meeting with the Republic since 1987 when a late Paul McGrath winner saved Ireland’s blushes in a 2-1 win en route to Euro 88. . Online Editors

Source: Irish Independent March 23, 2021 22:18 UTC