David Forde steps up training as he fights for fitness

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper David Forde trained alone today as he attempted to prove his fitness ahead of Friday’s World Cup qualifier against the Faroe Islands.

The Millwall No1 has been struggling with a calf injury since the 1-1 draw with England last Wednesday but goalkeeping coach Alan Kelly is hopeful he will join in with the rest of the group tomorrow.

Kelly said: “He’s coming on. The doctor and the medical staff have done a fantastic job. He did a bit of work with me, he’s been in the gym this morning and he’s looking to train fully tomorrow.”

Sunderland’s Keiren Westwood and Birmingham’s Darren Randolph are on stand-by.