New York City FC's Kevin O'Toole has received his first Republic of Ireland call-up ahead of Ireland's final two World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Hungary.

O'Toole, 26, was born in New Jersey but qualifies for Ireland through his Irish grandfather. He told the Irish Star in 2024 that he would be "proud" to represent Ireland at international level, stating that he maintains a "very strong connection" with the country.

O'Toole also said he would "jump" at the opportunity to play for Ireland and now has that opportunity after being included in Heimer Hallgrimsson's 25-man squad for crucial qualifying matches against Portugal and Hungary later in November.

Ireland currently sit third in their World Cup qualifying group, one point behind second-placed Hungary, with second-place going

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