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Brian Sorensen joins Republic of Ireland coaching staff for play-offs

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:37 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Brian Sorensen joins Republic of Ireland coaching staff for play-offs
Summary

Brian Sorensen, the former Everton manager, will join the Republic of Ireland women's squad as an assistant coach for their Women's World Cup play-off qualifiers. He will collaborate with manager Carla Ward and will maintain his position as Aston Villa women's technical director. The first leg of the two-legged qualifier against Kazakhstan is set for October 9, with the second leg on October 13. Sorensen's experience in the Women's Super League will contribute to the team's preparations for this critical matchup.

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Key Details
  • •Sorensen joins as assistant coach for the qualifiers.
  • •Ireland faces Kazakhstan on October 9 and 13.
  • •He retains his technical director role at Aston Villa.
  • •Collaboration with manager Carla Ward is expected.
Latest Updates
  • 2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Sorensen to join Republic of Ireland coaching staff
  • 2:19 PMBBC Sport — Sorensen to join Republic of Ireland coaching staff
What they're saying
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Former Everton manager Brian Sorensen is set to join the Republic of Ireland squad for their Women's World Cup play-off qualifiers this year.

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Former Everton manager Brian Sorensen is set to join the Republic of Ireland squad for their Women's World Cup play-off qualifiers this year.

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