Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has announced a provisional squad for the friendlies against Celtic, France and United States. The three friendly games act as the final preparation ahead of the UEFA Nations League opener away to Wales on September 6. O'Neill revealed that veteran defender John O'Shea would be leading Ireland out for the final time at the friendly against United States on Saturday, June 2, in the Aviva. Shamrock Rovers' striker Graham Burke has been named in the provisional Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming friendlies. A number of players miss out due to injury, including Robbie Brady (knee), James McCarthy (broken leg), Jonny Hayes (ankle) and Aiden McGeady (ankle).

Source: Evening echo May 10, 2018 12:22 UTC