Payne Picked By Pauw For Girls In Green

Ballinasloe's Heather Payne returns to the squad with Ruesha Littlejohn and Megan Connolly.

Republic of Ireland women's team manager Vera Pauw has named a squad of 26 for a training camp in Spain as preparations continue for the World Cup this summer. 

Ballinasloe's Heather Payne returns to the squad with Ruesha Littlejohn and Megan Connolly after the trio missed November's friendly win over Morocco. 

There are two fresh call ups for players that have received FIFA international clearance - Manchester United defender Aoife Mannion and Washington Spirit forward Marissa Sheva. 

The 'Girls in Green' face China in a friendly match on February 22nd. 

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