Milford’s Megan McGinley receives first call-up for Republic of Ireland U15s

Megan McGinley has received a first call-up to the Republic of Ireland Women’s Under-15 team, who will travel to Spain for three matches.

The Milford United goalkeeper is part of a 20-player squad, selected by Ireland Girls’ Under-16 Head Coach Tom Elmes, who will compete in the UEFA Development Tournament for Girls' football in Alicante.

Megan and her Irish teammates will play Poland on Tuesday, November 11, in the Albir Garden Resort at 3pm before taking on the hosts in La Nucia on Thursday at 11am.

They will conclude their tournament against Norway on Sunday, back at the Albir Garden Resort at 11am.

FAI Technical Director Shane Robinson described the launch of this team as an exciting progression within the pathway: “The introduction of an international team at Girls' Under-15 level ensures that players experience international football earlier in their journey, which will ultimately aid their long-term development.

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“This new step, which is being trialled, builds directly on the work of our National Pathways Programme and shows our commitment to providing more meaningful football experiences for young players across the country. We’re excited to see this group begin their journey together in Spain, and we’re hugely appreciative of the clubs and leagues whose work continues to support each player’s development.”

Ireland Girls’ Under-15 Squad

Goalkeepers: Caoimhe Keating (Forth Celtic), Megan McGinley (Milford United)

Defenders: Ellie Byrne (Courtown Hibs), Emma Fitzpatrick (Wexford), Grace Geary (Treaty United), Kym McNulty (Cregmore Claregalway), Hattie Farrell (Kilnamanagh), Katie Brogan (Cregmore Claregalway), Pixie Keddy (Bohemians)

Midfielders: Norah Pustay (Home Farm), Daisy Fleming (Kilnamanagh), Faith Dawson (St Kevin’s), Fiadh Woods (Bohemians), Mairéad Mullins (Athlone Town), Maisy Healy (Bohemians)

Forwards: Maia Stokes (Piltown), Ava Gallagher (Maree Oranmore), Ava Hand (Stella Maris), Mia Whelan (Wexford), Saoirse Reynolds (Westport United)

UEFA Development Tournament – Alicante, Spain

Tuesday, November 11th | Ireland v Poland – Albir Garden Resort, KO 15:00

Thursday, November 13th | Ireland v Spain – Stadio Olimpico Camilo Cano, La Nucia, KO 11:00

Sunday, November 16th | Ireland v Norway – Albir Garden Resort, KO 11:00