Giovanni Trapattoni has hinted that he may have to look for an alternative if John O'Shea is not fit enough to play in next Monday's friendly against Hungary.
With Euro 2012 less than two weeks away, Setantabet.com has raised the stakes, quite literally, for punters providing the Republic of Ireland advance to the knockout stage.
Phil Jagielka could be the man to benefit if a scan determines Gareth Barry will not be fit for Euro 2012.
A classy solo goal from Ashley Young was enough to earn Roy Hodgson a perfect start with a 1-0 win over Norway in Oslo.