Republic of Ireland to face Serbia this week

Shane Duffy has described the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup Qualifier against Serbia on Tuesday as “a huge game” following the 1-1 draw with Georgia.

The Brighton defender headed Ireland ahead after just four minutes in Tbilisi on Saturday night but Georgia equalised before half-time.

It leaves Serbia, who beat Moldova 3-0, two points clear at the top of Group D with third-placed Wales two points behind Ireland.

Duffy remains upbeat and feels Georgia are a better side then their results suggest: