NEWPORT County AFC defender Danny McNamara has been called up to the Republic of Ireland under-21 squad for two upcoming European Under-21 Championship qualifying matches.
The full-back, who is on loan from Championship club Millwall, will be part of Ireland's set-up as they prepare to play Armenia and Sweden in their bid to qualify for the 2021 UEFA Under-21 Championships in Hungary and Slovenia.
It is the first time the 20-year-old has been selected.
He will miss County's home match with Port Vale on September 7 as a result.
After receiving the news of his call-up, McNamara said: "Representing Ireland is something I’ve worked towards for a long time. Now I’m excited and can’t wait to meet up with the lads and get going."
Exiles boss Michael Flynn said: "It’s great news for Danny and very much deserved.
"His consistency has been superb for a young player and it goes to show the club are giving young players a platform to improve and get international recognition."
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