Josh Cullen and Gavin McAteer, both products of Finn Harps, have been called up to Ireland's Under-19 men's national team. The duo, along with third player McGarvey, will participate in the next phase of qualifying for the 2027 UEFA European Under-19 Championships. The squad will travel to France for the matches.
Ireland finished third in Group A2 during the first round of qualifying. The U-19 team is now preparing for the next stage of the competition. The players are expected to compete in a series of matches against French teams. The call-ups highlight the growing talent in Donegal's football development system.
The inclusion of these players reflects the success of local clubs in nurturing young talent. Finn Harps has a strong youth academy, which has produced several players who have represented Ireland at various levels. This latest call-up adds to the club's reputation for developing promising footballers. The U-19 team's performance in the upcoming matches will be crucial for their chances of advancing to the final stages of the competition.
