Ireland Names Quinn, Healy in Nations League Squad

The Republic of Ireland women's national team has named a 24-player squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Turkey and Slovenia, including the soon-to-retire veteran defender Louise Quinn and uncapped forward Erin Healy. Healy, born in San Diego, qualifies through her Monaghan-born grandfather and has impressed in her debut season with Adelaide United in Australia's A-League, scoring eight goals and earning player of the year honors. Despite announcing her retirement, Quinn will bring experience and leadership to the squad ahead of her summer retirement. Injuries have ruled out key players Heather Payne and Leanne Kiernan, along with Tara O’Hanlon, Jamie Finn, Lily Agg, and Jess Ziu, while Megan Connolly returns after injury. Captain Katie McCabe will join the squad after Arsenal's Champions League final, aiming to add a winners' medal to her achievements. Ireland is currently second in their Nations League group behind Slovenia, with matches scheduled in Istanbul and Cork in late May and early June.