Republic continue preparations for Austria game

The Austrian captain and manager held their pre-game press conference earlier and outlined a need to improve defensively.

Martin O'Neill's team are currently second in Group D after the first three rounds of matches

Meanwhile, Northern Ireland host Azerbaijan in Windsor Park needing a win to stay in the running for qualification.

At Wembley England host Scotland – the home side are two points clear at the top of the group with the Scots fourth.