Aaron Connolly suffered a groin injury against Manchester UnitedTeenage striker Aaron Connolly is out of the Republic of Ireland's crucial European Qualifier against Denmark. McCarthy said: "Our team doctor Alan Byrne has spoken to the Brighton medical team and had a look at the scans. Rep Ire vs Denmark Live on"The scans have confirmed the groin injury and Aaron won't be ready for New Zealand and Denmark." Connolly did not return after the break at Old Trafford, leaving McCarthy sweating on his fitness when the rest of the squad met up in Dublin on Sunday evening. He will not be replaced in a squad which now comprises 27 players for Thursday's friendly against New Zealand and the clash with the Danes.

Source: Sky sports November 11, 2019 20:26 UTC