For single-minded Ipswich skipper Matt Holland the World Cup in Korea and Japan doesn't even exist yet - he just wants to keep his club in the top flight.
After being given the green light by Republic of Ireland boss Mick McCarthy for a ticket to the Far East, the ambitious midfielder can now concentrate on keeping Ipswich Town in the Premiership.
Holland said: "The World Cup couldn't be further from my mind. My job is to ensure Ipswich are playing top flight football next season.
"A lot of things can happen between now and the end of this campaign and I want to make sure that Ipswich staying in the Premier League is something that takes place."
Holland added: "A lot of character is needed in the next few weeks. Tonight's game isn't make or break. Staying up won't be decided by just one game, it's over a season that we'll be judged.
Tonight's opponents Blackburn are full of confidence after quailfying for European football next term via their victory in the Worthington cup. Their win against Aston Villa at Ewood Park had also lifted spirits in Lancashire.
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Published Wednesday, March 13, 2002
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