All of Ireland women's squad have been vaccinated, Vera Pauw confirms

Controversy erupted last week when Callum Robinson confirmed his refusal to take the Covid-19 jab, a stance mirrored by up to 40% of Stephen Kenny’s squad

Republic of Ireland WNT manager Vera Pauw. Picture: INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

Vera Pauw has confirmed that all her Ireland women’s squad have been vaccinated ahead of next week’s World Cup qualification opener against Sweden.

Controversy erupted last week when Callum Robinson confirmed his refusal to take the Covid-19 jab, a stance mirrored by up to 40% of Stephen Kenny’s 26-strong men’s squad.