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McGinn sets goal for Northern Ireland v Russia
Niall McGinn has been scoring at just about every stadium he has played in this season and now his goal is to strike for the first time at Windsor Park against Russia in tonight's World Cup qualifier.
Roy Carroll in plea to Northern Ireland fans
Roy Carroll has issued a rallying call to his Northern Ireland team-mates ahead of tonight's World Cup qualifier against Russia – prove you deserve the fans' support.
Time for Michael O'Neill to be a winner at last
On the day this newspaper broke the news that Michael O'Neill was going to be the new Northern Ireland manager, I received a call from a well known former international.
Glenn Whelan injury scare ahead of Republic's Sweden clash
Giovanni Trapattoni yesterday overlooked James McCarthy for tonight's crunch World Cup qualifier in Sweden – but he may be forced to turn to the Wigan man as doubts grow about Glenn Whelan's fitness.
O'Neill the man to bring Northern Ireland on: Brunt
Chris Brunt has backed Michael O'Neill to steer Northern Ireland to calmer waters.
Capello changes his tune on Northern Ireland
Fabio Capello believes he will face his toughest test as Russia boss when his team take on Northern Ireland at Windsor Park in a World Cup qualifier on Friday night.
Frampton instils fighting spirit as IFA add help for blind fans
Michael O'Neill will be hoping that Carl Frampton's success in the boxing ring can rub off on his players after he backed the Irish FA's SoccerSight initiative.
Premier League opposed to winter World Cup, despite calls to switch 2022 Qatar tournament
The Premier League yesterday underlined its steadfast opposition to the prospect of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar being switched to the winter despite Sir Dave Richards, the league’s chairman, suggesting “common sense would prevail” and the finals moved from their traditional summer date.
Ex-boss McIlroy backs O'Neill as Russian game looms
If anyone knows how hard it is to win matches in international football then it’s Sammy McIlroy. Nobody has experienced more frustration in the Windsor Park dugout than the former international captain, who then managed Northern Ireland between 2000 and 2003.
Thank Evans Northern Ireland have a world-class defender like Jonny
Sammy McIlroy knows all about the pressures of breaking into a successful Manchester United team as a teenager and then having to strive to be good enough to stay there.
Let’s beat the Russians for Michael: Carroll
Roy Carroll has spoken of the determination and desire in the Northern Ireland camp to beat Russia and secure a first international win for manager Michael O’Neill.
Northern Ireland manager O'Neill slams Football Association of Ireland in eligibility row
Michael O'Neill has taken a swipe at the Football Association of Ireland and questioned their motives in pursuing Northern Ireland-born players.
Rio Ferdinand in the frame for England recall
Roy Hodgson is weighing up the possibility of bringing Rio Ferdinand back into the England squad this month, as the manager deals with two key absentees in central defence for the World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Montenegro this month.
SPL hitman Sproule would love international return
Ivan Sproule has revealed his desire to play for Northern Ireland again and end an international exile that has lasted almost six years.
O'Neill can get first Northern Ireland win in next two matches, says Worthington
Michael O'Neill has been told his first win as Northern Ireland manager could be just around the corner.
Spain to play Northern Ireland in New York
Northern Ireland are being lined up for a money-spinning friendly against World Champions Spain in New York this summer.
Windsor upgrade just the beginning
For years and years there was talk about upgrading Windsor Park with little being done. Now there seems to be no time to waste.
Windsor Park revamp plans backed
The redevelopment of Windsor Park moved a step closer today when the Irish Football Association (IFA) received confirmation that its proposals have received planning permission.
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill laments lack of cutting edge in Malta clash
Malta 0 Northern Ireland 0: Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill admitted his side were not good enough in the final third as they had to settle for a goalless draw against Malta in last night's friendly at the Ta'qali National Stadium.
Northern Ireland: we need a win
Aaron Hughes has admitted a first Northern Ireland win under Michael O’Neill in Malta tonight would be a major boost - just to stop talking about it.
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