Ireland, Senegal Lose Key Stars Ahead June 6 Friendly, Luxembourg Matches

Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman has withdrawn from the squad for upcoming friendlies against Senegal and Luxembourg due to an injury sustained during Everton's final Premier League match. Manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has called up Andrew Moran as a replacement, while Sammie Szmodics has also withdrawn. Meanwhile, Senegal's squad for the June 6 match against Ireland notably excludes star forward Sadio Mane, who requested to be excused from the double-header against Ireland and England; coach Pape Thiaw respected Mane's personal decision. Mane, now playing for Al Nassr, has been criticized for recent performances but remains a significant figure with 111 caps. Senegal's squad includes returning players such as Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson and Everton's Iliman Ndiaye, as well as newcomer Mamadou Lamine Camara. The Ireland women’s team is meanwhile preparing for Nations League matches, highlighting ongoing international football activity for the country.