Irish Captain Katie McCabe Back in Training After Arsenal’s Australia Trip
Katie McCabe, the captain of the Ireland national team, has returned to training with the Irish squad after a hectic period with Arsenal. McCabe arrived late to the Irish camp due to Arsenal’s post-season trip to Australia, where she played the full 90 minutes in a 1-0 win against an A-League selection in Melbourne. Despite concerns about the timing of the trip just before Ireland’s crucial Euro 2025 qualifying match against Sweden, McCabe is now back in Dublin and ready to hit the ground running.
Eileen Gleeson Addresses Fitness Concerns Ahead of Sweden Clash
Irish head coach Eileen Gleeson has reassured fans that Katie McCabe’s fitness is not a concern despite the demanding schedule. Gleeson revealed that the team has implemented a detailed recovery and sleep strategy, including working with sleep experts and coordinating with Arsenal to ensure McCabe is well-rested and prepared for the upcoming matches against Sweden. With Ireland aiming to secure their first points of the group after two narrow defeats, McCabe’s return to training is a welcome sight for the team.
Ireland Prepares for Double-Header Against World Number Six Sweden
After a challenging start to their Euro 2025 qualifying campaign, Ireland is gearing up to face Sweden in a crucial double-header. The Irish team will host Sweden at the Aviva Stadium before traveling to Stockholm for the return leg. McCabe’s previous performance against Sweden, where she scored in a 1-1 draw in World Cup qualifying, has raised hopes for another strong showing. With the team focused on securing valuable points against tough opposition, all eyes will be on McCabe as she leads Ireland into battle against the world number six-ranked Sweden.