I think there is always going to be a temptation for a player to play when not full fit for a big game like this.
Doubt he would be playing if it were a minor/regular game.
However if they are going to play him they must thing he is reasonably fit, ArdeeBhoy may be right in that
they will start him and take him off if/when it becomes clear his fitness is a bit of a liability for him the team or both.
Would be nice for him and indeed the rest of the Irish in the squad if they could pick up a FA cup winner medal
such chances are few and far between for most player at their level.
Hull are 3-1 to win and I know who I will be supporting, nice to have a few Irish competing for a big trophy.