This article highlights promising young Irish athletes across various sports who are poised to make their mark on the international stage. From soccer sensation Abbie Larkin to racing prodigy Dylan Browne McMonagle, the piece profiles individuals who are already making waves and predicted to climb even higher in the coming years.
We have compiled our list of athletes who are looking to kick on in the next while, dreaming of making more and more headlines through 2025 and then on to 2026, 2027, 2028 and beyond.
The rule of thumb is that the athletes are 25 or younger with some, such as boxer Siofra Lawless and soccer’s Mason Melia, still in their teens. We have also allowed for three overage stars, including the likes of Roisin Upton and Hiko Tonosa Haso, who are essentially opening an exciting new chapter and are almost starting over.Became the youngest player to represent Ireland at a FIFA World Cup when playing against Australia in 2023. First capped in 2022, the 19-year-old striker signed for Glasgow City in 2023 and moved to Crystal Palace in 2024.
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