The newly-appointed Republic of Ireland women’s senior team assistant Eileen Gleeson is the “most experienced female coach” in the women’s game in Ireland, according to manager Vera Pauw.

New Republic of Ireland Women’s team manager Vera Pauw has appointed Eileen Gleeson as her assistant manager and Jan Willem van Ede to the role of goalkeeping coach.

The Republic of Ireland Women’s Under-17 side have qualified for the Elite Round of the UEFA Women’s Under-17 Championship following a 6-0 win over Lithuania in Marijampole on Friday.