Louise Quinn: 'Katie McCabe made everyone aware she was Irish. She did not let go of that flag'

Ireland face Turkey on Friday and then Slovenia in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Tuesday. 

Winning the Champions League with Arsenal marks the pinnacle of Kate McCabe's club career. Pic: Daniela Porcelli /Sportsfile

For the best possible reason, Champions League winner Katie McCabe will belatedly link up with the Ireland squad today ahead of Friday’s fixture in Turkey.

Arsenal’s celebrations, with the Irishwoman to the fore, have circulated worldwide since she played an integral role in dethroning favourites Barcelona in Saturday’s final.