Republic of Ireland coach Giovanni Trapattoni has made nine changes to his side that drew 1-1 with England.
Kieran Westwood replaces David Forde in goal, while Paul McShane starts in the heart of defence for their clash against Georgia tonight.
James McCarthy retains his place in midfield, while Shane Long leads the line and captains the side after his goalscoring display against England.
Richard Dunne is on the bench and could make an appearance after spending the entire season out with a knee injury.
Republic of Ireland: K Westwood; M Wilson, P McShane, R Keogh, D Delaney; A Keogh, J McCarthy, W Hoolahan, J McClean; S Cox, S Long
Georgia: Loria; Lobjanidze, Khubutia, Khizanishvili, Kvirkvelia; Kashia, Daushvili, Kankava, Ananidze; Kobakhidze, Gelashvili
Sam Hughes
