Lawrence hopes to win first cap

Published : 26 May 2009 10:55:01

Stoke City midfielder Liam Lawrence is looking forward to the chance to make his Republic of Ireland debut against Nigeria on Friday.Lawrence is in the squad for the Craven Cottage game, as they prepare to face Bulgaria in a World Cup qualifier. Lawrence, 27, told BBC Radio Stoke: "I'm looking forward to going away and hopefully getting my first cap. "I hope I get it. My performances in recent weeks have warranted me getting a chance, so we'll wait and see." Retford-born Lawrence rec.... read more