Gleeson: 'That conversation is for me and Amber to talk about' 

Amber Barrett – the player whose goal at Hampden Park created history – is no longer in the squad but still operating in a professional setting at Standard Liège.

FOOTBALL DECISION: Interim head coach Eileen Gleeson during a Republic of Ireland women training session at Tallaght Stadium in Dublin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Even when their fortunes are the opposite to the Ireland men’s team – nothing to play for in a good way – there’s always uncomfortable subjects to confront for the women’s side of the FAI.

Ireland are on easy street, completing their Nations League campaign at home to Hungary tonight and Northern Ireland at Windsor Park on Monday with the target of top spot and promotion already secured.