Brazil turn on the style in the second half at the Emirates Stadium to beat a Republic of Ireland side that had impressed in the first 45 minutes.

Robbie Keane joins the Republic of Ireland squad ahead of the friendly against Brazil after recovering from a knee problem.

Robbie Keane pulls out of the Republic of Ireland's friendly against Brazil on Tuesday at the Emirates Stadium because of a knee injury.

Robbie Keane pulls out of the Republic of Ireland's friendly against Brazil on Tuesday at the Emirates Stadium because of a knee injury.

The Irish FA is set to go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in an attempt to prevent more Northern Ireland-born players opting for the Republic.

Liam Brady will be stand down as assistant manager of the Republic of Ireland when his contract expires in April.

Nigel Worthington verbally agrees a deal to remain as Northern Ireland manager for the 2012 European qualifying campaign.

Nigel Worthington is expected to sign a new deal next week to stay on as Northern Ireland manager.

Nigel Worthington is expected to sign a new deal next week to stay on as Northern Ireland manager.

Oliver Norwood scores in the fourth minute of injury-time to give Northern Ireland their first point in the U21 European Championship qualifiers.