'It'll be heartbreaking': James McClean will retire from international football this year

McClean recently celebrated his 100th cap for his country.

CENTURION: James McClean of Republic of Ireland leaves the field after the UEFA EURO 2024 Championship qualifying group B match between Republic of Ireland and Gibraltar at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

James McClean has announced that he will be retiring from Republic of Ireland duty at the end of this year's international programme. 

McClean, who recently celebrated his 100th cap for his country in the 3-0 win over Gibraltar, has confirmed the New Zealand international friendly on November 21 will be his final appearance in a green shirt.