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Republic of Ireland selects Hopcroft for World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:23 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Republic of Ireland selects Hopcroft for World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan
Summary

Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward has named Crystal Palace midfielder Shanade Hopcroft in her squad for the Women's World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan. The match is scheduled for October 9 in Astana. The team dropped into the play-offs after a loss to France in their qualifying final. Ward's squad will also be missing key players, including captain Katie McCabe due to suspension. Following the away leg, Ireland will host Kazakhstan on October 13 at Pairc Ui Chaoimh in Cork.

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By the Numbers
  • •Shanade Hopcroft called up for play-off against Kazakhstan on October 9.
  • •Katie McCabe and Marissa Sheva suspended for the first leg.
  • •Ireland lost to France to drop into the play-offs.
  • •Home leg set for October 13 in Cork.
Latest Updates
  • 10:23 AMYahoo Sports — Republic of Ireland call up Hopcroft for play-off
  • 10:23 AMBBC Football — Republic of Ireland call up Hopcroft for play-off
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Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward includes Crystal Palace midfielder Shanade Hopcroft in her squad for next month's Women's World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan.

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Republic of Ireland boss Carla Ward includes Crystal Palace midfielder Shanade Hopcroft in her squad for next month's Women's World Cup play-off against Kazakhstan.

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