O'Neill hands trio first Ireland call-up

Martin O'Neill has handed Matt Doherty, Jonny Hayes and Chris Forrester their first Republic of Ireland call-ups for friendly matches against Switzerland and Slovakia this month.

Wolves defender Doherty, Aberdeen winger Hayes and Peterborough United midfielder Forrester are all part of an initial 40-man squad for the fixtures at the Aviva Stadium.

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