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The last time both the countries played was 1995 when the referee ordered both teams off the field just after 28 minutes of play due to hooligans and emotionally charged crowd that threatened the match.
The match this evening offers a chance for England to demonstrate it has made progress in tamping down on violence among some its supporters, who earned an international reputation in the 1980s and '90s for hooliganism. The team came close to being thrown out of the 2000 European Championship after rioting in Belgium.
However, despite all optimism tensions are high in London ahead of the exhibition match, which is being staged as part of the English Football Association's 150th anniversary celebrations.
The highlight of the match today is Ashley Cole who will skipper England against Ireland to mark his 100th cap - but will not perform any other captain's duties other than to lead the team out and wear the armband.
The match is scheduled for Wednesday 29 May at 19:00 GMT at the Wembley.
If you are one of the fans located at different destination and miss the chance to visit the stadium to watch your favorite team, You can now watch the match live on your laptop or desktop computer, FREE, provided you have an internet connection, from the links given below:
