Donegal junior players Gareth Gallagher of Curragh Athletic and Matthew Byrne of Glengad United have received International call-ups to the Irish Amateur side.
The duo have been selected to represent Ireland at the Umbro Quadrangular trophy.
The Irish host the tournament in Limerick and will face competition from Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man.
Gerry Smith named a twenty man squad for the competition which takes places from the 3-5th of October.
It’s fantastic recognition for both players and for Donegal junior football that both men who play in different leagues within Donegal have been chosen to represent Ireland at International level.
Republic of Ireland Junior international squad:
Adrian Walsh (Carrick Utd), David Conroy (Ballymun Utd), James Walsh, Paul Breen, Christopher Higgins (St Michaels FC), Conor Dillion (St Pauls Artane FC), Gareth Gallagher (Curragh Ath), Matthew Byrne (Glengad Utd), Mark Mooney, John Meleady, Mark Townley (Kilbarrack Utd), John Tierney (Pike Rovers), Brian McCrann (Boyle Celtic), Stephen Murphy, Darren Dunne, Alan McCabe, Keith Dunne (Sheriff YC), Shane Waters, Shane Clarke (Janesboro FC), David Hoban Westport Utd.
FIXTURES:
Thursday, October 3 Scotland v Rep. of Ireland, Pike Rovers Complex (3pm); Isle of Man v Northern Ireland, Jackman Park (7pm).
Friday, October 4 Rep. of Ireland v Isle of Man, Janesboro (1pm); Northern Ireland v Scotland, Fairgreen (3pm).
Saturday, October 5 Scotland v Isle of Man, Pike Rovers Complex (3pm); Northern Ireland v Rep. of Ireland, Fairgreen (3pm).