O'Dwyer, 16, added to Republic of Ireland squad as training player
Josh O'Dwyer, a 16-year-old from Shamrock Rovers, has been included in the Republic of Ireland squad for a friendly match against Canada. He will join Red Bull Salzburg in July and is invited as a training player to gain experience with the senior team. The squad also sees the return of several players who missed a previous match against Qatar.
- ▪Josh O'Dwyer has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for their friendly against Canada.
- ▪He will join Red Bull Salzburg in July for an undisclosed fee.
- ▪O'Dwyer has previously represented Ireland at under-15 and under-17 levels.
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