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Former Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman has publicly criticised the Football Association of Ireland for failing to resolve a dispute threatening the nation's friendly against Israel. The FAI faces a potential £1 million fine and a player boycott over match funding.
Seamus Coleman, 37, is set to play for the Republic of Ireland in friendlies against Qatar and Canada this week, delaying a decision on his future in football. The veteran defender left Everton in May after 17 years and 374 appearances, leaving his next move uncertain.
Arsenal Women's captain Katie McCabe will leave the club when her contract expires this summer after six years of service. The Republic of Ireland international, 28, has yet to confirm her next move but her departure marks the end of an era at the Emirates Stadium.
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson has called up Dundee United defender Will Ferry for his first senior international call-up, signaling a potential solution to the national team's defensive frailties. The 21-year-old joins a squad reshaped for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, with injuries and suspensions plaguing the backline.
Former England U19 captain Harvey Vale returns to international football as Martin O'Neill reshapes the Republic of Ireland squad for the World Cup play-offs. The surprise selection comes after years of exclusion from national team duties.