Former Everton manager Brian Sorensen is set to join the Republic of Ireland squad as they prepare for their Women's World Cup play-off qualifiers this year.

Sorensen will assume the role of assistant coach, teaming up with Amber Whiteley from Liverpool. While he takes on this new position, he will continue to function as a technical advisor with Aston Villa women. This arrangement allows Sorensen to contribute to the Republic of Ireland during the upcoming international break.

He will collaborate with manager Carla Ward, who previously faced Sorensen’s Everton while managing Villa in the Women's Super League.

The Republic of Ireland will face Kazakhstan in the first round of the play-off qualifiers. This two-legged tie is scheduled for 9 and 13 October, marking a crucial moment in their quest for World Cup qualification.