Katie McCabe: 'The boys were allowed to play at breaktime, and the girls weren't. That's what I was dealing with'
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Katie McCabe has achieved notable success with Arsenal and as captain of Ireland. She aims to play at a second World Cup. She addressed a public clash with former Ireland manager Vera Pauw and discussed the future of her relationship with teammate Caitlin Foord and her plans for life after football. Growing up as one of 11 children in Tallaght shaped her competitive instincts and humility. Family members prevented unchecked ego by keeping each other grounded. McCabe recalls those household dynamics with a smile, linking her upbringing to her professional demeanor and leadership.
She's already achieved incredible success on the pitch with Arsenal and as captain of Ireland, but soccer star Katie McCabe has her sights set on a second World Cup. Here, she talks about her public clash with former Ireland manager Vera Pauw, the future of her relationship with teammate Caitlin Foord and her plans for life after football
"They wouldn't let you get too far ahead before taking you back down a peg or two," says the Tallaght native, smiling.
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