Republic of Ireland Interim Head Coach John O'Shea has brought Pete Shuttleworth into the backroom staff for the two matches against Hungary and Portugal. 

Shuttleworth, who currently works for Birmingham City and previously worked for Derby County, joins the Ireland staff to replace Martin Doyle who is now working for the WNT.

The 45-year old joined the group for this window and will support the coaching staff for the two international friendly fixtures against Hungary at the Aviva Stadium on Tuesday, June 4, with kick-off at 7.45pm, and Portugal in Aveiro on Tuesday, June 11, with kick-off at 7.45pm. 

"Delighted to bring in Pete as part of the backroom team for the two matches," said Interim Head Coach John O'Shea. 

"I've worked with Peter before at Birmingham City and always impressed with his skillset so it's great that he has been able to come in for the two matches as part of the backroom team."

"I've really enjoyed meeting up with the group since Thursday and honoured to be asked to join the backroom team for the two matches," said Pete Shuttleworth. 

"Great to link back up with John O'Shea and delighted to be asked to come in. International football presents an exciting challenge and can't wait for the matches."