Will Ferry Secures Republic of Ireland Squad Spot for 2026

Dundee United's Will Ferry has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for a friendly against Grenada on May 14, 2026.

Will Ferry Joins Republic of Ireland Squad Dundee United defender Will Ferry has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for a friendly against Grenada. The 25-year-old has joined the team in Murcia and is aiming to make his senior debut after representing Republic of Ireland at under-19 and under-21 level. ## Friendly Match Details The Republic of Ireland side, led by Heimir Hallgrimsson, will face Grenada at the Estadio Nueva Condomina. This will be followed by another friendly against Qatar at the Aviva Stadium on May 28, 2026. Ferry will be looking to make a similar impact at international level after a key role for Dundee United this season. ## Ferry's Recent Form Ferry has played a crucial part for Dundee United this season, scoring twice and assisting the other goal during their recent 3-0 derby win against Dundee. He was also named Scottish Premiership Player of the Month for April and has made 33 appearances this season. Club manager Jim Goodwin has expressed interest in keeping Ferry amid reported interest from other clubs. ## Release of Players As the friendlies fall outside FIFA's international window, clubs are not obliged to release their players. However, Newcastle United midfielder Rory Finneran has received his first call-up to the senior side. Cardiff City defender Joel Bagan and Ipswich Town winger Kasey McAteer have been ruled out through injury, having been included in the initial squad.