De Bruyne the notable absentee for Belgium's visit to Dublin

Belgium boss Domenico Tedesco announced his squad for the friendlies against Ireland on March 26 and England at Wembley three days later.

NOT INCLUDED: Kevin De Bruyne has not been included in the Belgium squad for their upcoming international friendlies due to a minor groin injury. Pic: Mike Egerton/PA Wire.

Kevin De Bruyne will be absent from Lansdowne Road for the second Belgian visit in a row on Saturday week after the Manchester City talisman was ruled out with a groin injury.

Belgium boss Domenico Tedesco announced his squad for the friendlies against Ireland on March 23 and England at Wembley three days later but the talking point revolved around a name missing from the list.