Coleman and Egan back in Ireland squad

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The Republic of Ireland have been boosted by the return of captain Seamus Coleman and defender John Egan to the squad for this month’s World Cup qualifiers.

Heimir Hallgrimsson has named 24 players for games against Portugal in Lisbon and Armenia in Dublin.

There are also recalls for Callum O’Dowda and Festy Ebosele after strong form abroad, while striker Troy Parrott is included as he works back from injury.

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There’s no place for Matt Doherty through injury.

The boys in green have just one point, coming from the 2-2 draw against Hungary in Dublin – They were beaten away in Armenia.