Stoke midfielder Bosun Lawal has linked up with the Republic of Ireland squad ahead of Tuesday’s friendly away to Luxembourg.
The former Bohemians and Celtic player has been capped 12 times at under-21 level and could be handed a first senior cap by Heimir Hallgrimmson.
Josh Honohan, John Joe Patrick Finn, Max O�Leary and Josh Keeley could also make their debuts on Tuesday.
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Former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says the club needs to focus more on matters on the pitch rather than off it.
The Dutchman, who left Old Trafford in 2016 despite winning the FA Cup, believes too much emphasis is placed on business operations.
Van Gaal has also expressed concern that current boss Ruben Amorim may not have the final say on transfers.
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Italy manager Luciano Spalletti says he’s been sacked from the job.
He announced the news during his pre-match press conference ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Moldova.
Spalletti says he’ll take charge of tomorrow’s game before his contract is terminated.
