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Elliot Called Up For Crunch Qualifier
Written by Newcastle Utd
Rob Elliot has been called up for the Republic of Ireland's crucial Euro 2016 qualifier against Poland following an injury to Shay Given
By Dan King - Newcastle United Digital Editor
Newcastle goalkeeper Rob Elliot has received a late call-up to the Republic of Ireland squad for their decisive Euro 2016 qualifier against Poland.
A win in Warsaw on Sunday would secure Ireland's place at next summer's finals in France but a defeat would consign them to the play-offs. A draw of 2-2 or higher would also be enough for Martin O'Neill's men.
Former Magpies keeper Shay Given was carried off on a stretcher in Thursday's 1-0 win over Germany, so Elliot has been called into the squad as a replacement.
Elliot, 29, has won three caps for his country and made his international debut against Turkey in May 2014.