Saoirse Noonan included in Republic of Ireland squad

Shelbourne's Saoirse Noonan has earned a first call-up to Vera Pauw's Republic of Ireland squad.

The Cork native - who has starred for her county in Gaelic football in recent years - is among the 23 players selected for upcoming friendlies against Iceland.

The matches are scheduled to take place in Reykjavik on June 11th and 15th.

Ciara Grant and Roma McLaughlin have both been recalled by the manager.

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🔘 First inclusion for @saoirse_noonan
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The continued absence of Tyler Toland remains a talking point - and it was addressed by Pauw after the announcement.

The Donegal native has 13 senior international caps but has not been involved since November of 2019.

The 19-year-old is expected to be on the move at club level in the coming months when her deal with Manchester City expires.

Currently, Toland is on loan at Glasgow City.

It has been reported that both West Ham United and Liverpool have expressed an interest in acquiring the midfielder's services.

Speaking about Toland's international future, Pauw told OTB Sports' John Duggan that she has 'no problem' with the player.

"I have no problem with Tyler Toland, I want to repeat that," the Irish boss said.

"She, and her father - probably more her father than she - have a problem with me because she was not in the lineup because Jamie Finn was better in her position.

"As an 18-year old that is a very normal situation but the reaction on that is not a normal situation.

"Unfortunately - and it hurts - it brings that the player needs to grow and I hope that she will call me soon.

"But don't forget she is in the stands at Glasgow City now, she's not playing."

The full interview with Vera Pauw will air on Off The Ball tomorrow (Saturday) at 2.40pm.

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