ROY Keane has been sent home from the World Cup following his criticism of the Republic of Ireland's preparations.
The Republic and Manchester United skipper pulled out of the squad on Tuesday only to have a change of heart.
However, Irish squad officials today called a press conference at which the Football Association of Ireland's John Byrne confirmed that Keane had been sent home.
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