Overview
- Republic of Ireland defender Diane Caldwell said the team qualified for the World Cup despite manager Vera Pauw.
- The FAI chose not to renew Pauw's contract following an internal review of the World Cup campaign.
- Pauw denied allegations of abusive conduct during her time coaching the Houston Dash in 2018.
- Eileen Gleeson was appointed interim head coach for upcoming Nations League games.
- Caldwell and captain Katie McCabe raised concerns about Pauw's coaching which they felt were ignored.