Delap said: "My versatility is what probably got me in in the first place. I don't know if Mick knows the best position for me. I have always thought my best position was as a wing-back, but neither Southampton nor the Republic play that formation, so I am trying to grab the one midfield place which is up for grabs alongside Roy Keane. My first couple of caps were up front and I haven't played in that position for a while, but if it gets me to Japan I'll do it - I can't afford to be fussy.
I really need to play against the USA to show what I can do and give myself a chance of forcing my way in. I have been very happy with my form but need to figure in this game. There is still a slim chance of making the World Cup and I will give it my best shot."
Full Team: Team: Shay Given (Newcastle United);Steve Finnan (Fulham), Andy O'Brien( Newcastle United), Gary Breen (Coventry City), Ian Harte (Leeds United); Rory Delap (Southampton), Mark Kinsella (Charlton Ath), Colin Healy (Celtic), Kevin Kilbane (Sunderland); Damien Duff (Blackburn Rovers), Robbie Keane (Leeds United).