Manager Mick McCarthy is set for his first game at the Aviva Stadium as he will look to make it two wins from the opening two games in the group, following the 1-0 win over Gibraltar.
Ahead of Tuesday's game, McCarthy confirmed that defender Shane Duffy sat out training and will have a scan on his ankle later today at Monday's press conference.
"We've got to get the crowd behind us by starting strong. The supporters will want to see us be positive and we obviously want to put on a performance," said McCarthy.
"That's very important for us, we need to start strong and it will be a difficult game for us. We've got to believe in ourselves though. We've got real quality in the squad, I told them that before training and we've got to bring that into the game.
"I'm really excited about managing in Dublin again. I can't wait to stand there and to hear the national anthem again. These are the best supporters you could hope for and I can't wait to manage in front of them again.
"My job is to get the team qualified and get the victories we need. Of course, we want to put on a performance, everyone wants to see a fast, attacking Irish team but with seven games to go, we need the win and that is our focus."