Stephen Ireland claimed there will always be an 'edge' between Ireland and France following Thierry Henry's 'disgraceful' handball in 2009.
The former Republic of Ireland midfielder reflected on Stephen Kenny's team ahead of kickoff, as they prepare to face the two-time World Cup winners at the Aviva Stadium.
Ireland labeled Henry's handball as "an absolute disaster" for the Irish, who had fought valiantly to bring the World Cup playoff into extra time in 2009.