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McIlroy says Northern Ireland boss Worthington will deliver

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:17:59 GMT

Sammy McIlroy has told Nigel Worthington and Northern Ireland fans not to panic after the depressing 2-0 friendly defeat to Hungary.

McGivern is ready to make a step up

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:59 GMT

Ryan McGivern is ready to take his career to the next level as he prepares to bring the curtain down on his month long loan spell with Morecambe.

Feeney sees trouble ahead if Northern Ireland do not improvement

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:58 GMT

Dundee United’s on-loan strike Warren Feeney admits he was totally deflated following Northern Ireland’s inept display in the two goal defeat by Hungary on Wednesday night.

Swansea City set to swoop on McGinn

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:37 GMT

Swansea City look set to ensure that Sunday’s FAI Cup final is Niall McGinn’s last appearance for Derry City.

Maradona and Argentina set to open Lansdowne

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:13 GMT

Diego Maradona’s Argentina will take on the Republic of Ireland in the first soccer international at the new Lansdowne Road.

Whelan deal to leave Stoke could be on

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:12 GMT

Glenn Whelan believes that regular first team football is imperative between now and February if he is to feature in the next series of World Cup Qualifiers, even if it means leaving Stoke in the transfer window in January.

Derry City's McGinn sets sights on big switch

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:00:10 GMT

Niall McGinn admits he will probably have to leave Derry City in order to nail down a regular place in the Northern Ireland squad.

‘Pistol’ Pete Thompson keen to get his chance

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:50:34 GMT

It was a disappointing night all round for Northern Ireland on Wednesday night – but probably for none more so than Peter Thompson.

Tuffey still on high after Northern Ireland debut

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:48:48 GMT

Johnny Tuffey refused to allow Northern Ireland’s defeat at the hands of Hungary to take the shine off ‘the greatest moment of his career.’

We were shocking admits Healy

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:24:39 GMT

David Healy said today that the demoralising 2-0 defeat to Hungary reminded him of the old days with Northern Ireland.

Butcher, who’s he? asks Maradona

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:21:34 GMT

England produced a superb performance to win in Germany but it was their old foe, Diego Maradona, who showed the most cutting edge in a not so friendly occasion at Hampden Park.

Worthington warns players ahead of San Marino game

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:12:44 GMT

Nigel Worthington has warned his players that they face huge embarrassment in San Marino next year unless they get their act together.

Fans vent frustration

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:28:26 GMT

A dull and lifeless performance from their heroes was never likely to inspire the Green and White Army at Windsor Park last night.

Friendly leaves an empty feeling at Windsor Park

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:25:46 GMT

There was an unusual sight at Windsor Park last night.

Players have to step up fitness: Worthington

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:08:42 GMT

Northern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington warned his players they must improve their fitness after seeing them lose 2-0 to Hungary in their friendly at Windsor Park.

Gillespie left looking for answers after Northern Ireland shambles

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:07:23 GMT

Winger Keith Gillespie slammed his own side’s performance last night as he struggled to recall a game when the men in green performed with so little menace, determination and hunger.

Northern Ireland let the fans down, says David Healy

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:56:23 GMT

David Healy issued an apology to the Northern Ireland supporters and boss Nigel Worthington blasted his players for a dismal display tonight.

Northern Ireland let the fans down, says Healy

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:56:23 GMT

David Healy issued an apology to the Northern Ireland supporters and boss Nigel Worthington blasted his players for a dismal display tonight.

Northern Ireland v Hungary: How the players rated

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:50:25 GMT

Performance of each Northern Ireland player marked out of 10

Worthington's conundrum after poor Northern Ireland performance

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:46:15 GMT

It would be wrong to refer to this international friendly as meaningless.

Frantic finish can’t cover the cracks for Republic

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:30:53 GMT

Giovanni Trapattoni tasted defeat for the first time as Republic of Ireland boss despite a remarkable late fightback against Poland.

Northern Ireland Under-21s poised for February reunion

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:28:00 GMT

Northern Ireland Under-21s manager Steve Beaglehole is planning to host a two-day training camp for his players in February.

Terry kills off the Germans

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:26:43 GMT

John Terry provided England with the perfect end to 2008 by nodding home a late winner to beat Germany in Berlin.

Toshack’s bright new generation

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:25:10 GMT

Wales manager John Toshack hailed the "captain's performance" of match-winner Craig Bellamy after impressive victory over Denmark.

Maradona hailed as hero of Hampden

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:22:24 GMT

Argentina captain Javier Mascherano revealed he and his team-mates were inspired by the sight of Diego Maradona on the bench as the new manager's reign got off to a winning start against Scotland.