Steve Staunton's side will play in New York and Boston
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The Republic of Ireland are to play friendly matches against Ecuador and Bolivia in the United States in May.
Steve Staunton's side will face Ecuador at the Giants Stadium in New York on 23 May and three days later play Bolivia at Boston's Gillette Staduim.
"Both teams will provide us with an excellent test," said Staunton.
"It is an opportunity for the lads to get together before the summer break and gives our US-based fans a chance to see the team in action."
The Republic also have a friendly arranged away to Denmark on 22 August.