Louise Quinn facing fitness test as Vera Pauw still concerned about Ireland defender

The experienced centre-half picked up a foot injury in the defeat to Australia. 

WALKING WOUNDED: Louise Quinn during a Republic of Ireland training session at Dorrien Gardens in Perth on Monday. Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Vera Pauw admits Louise Quinn is still an injury concern though the FAI say the key defender is available for selection.

The centre-half wore a protective boot on Sunday’s flight to Perth and had an icepack strapped to her left foot after Thursday’s opening 1-0 defeat to co-hosts Australia.