Northern Ireland

Worthington Targets Perfect Start

Nigel Worthington believes Northern Ireland are in good shape going into the World Cup qualifiers.

Worthy Keeps Faith In Mcgivern

Northern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington has kept faith in Ryan McGivern.

Lack Of Respect Isn't Howard's Way

Howard Wells has branded the Tartan Army's boo boys extremely disrespectful.

Good Evans Impresses Healy

David Healy has tipped Jonny Evans to become one of Northern Ireland's all-time greats.

No Sanctions Over Anthem Abuse

Scotland will not face any sanctions after Northern Ireland's national anthem was booed.

Evans Encouraged By Blank

Northern Ireland's Johnny Evans was encouraged by the goalless draw with Scotland.

Bosses Satisfied With Warm-up Lessons

Post-match reaction to the 0-0 draw between Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Healy Misses Pen In Hampden Draw

Ryan McGivern saw red and David Healy missed a penalty as 10-man Northern Ireland earned a 0-0 friendly draw with Scotland at Hampden.

Scots Survive After Healy Miss

Northern Ireland missed a penalty but still grabbed a battling 0-0 draw with Scotland at Hampden.

Worthington Hails Davis' Rangers Switch

Steven Davis has rediscovered his best form thanks to the Rangers factor, according to Nigel Worthington.

Age No Barrier For Taylor

Keeper Maik Taylor wants to play into his 40s as he captains Northern Ireland at Hampden Park

Brunt Eyes Scotland Scalp

Northern Ireland's Chris Brunt is hoping to surprise Scotland at Hampden on Wednesday.

Feeney Wants To Face Scotland

Warren Feeney is eager to start for Northern Ireland against Scotland on Wednesday.

Pull-outs Hamper Worthington

Northern Ireland have been hit by a raft of withdrawals ahead of the friendly against Scotland.

Scots Clash Rouses Worthington

Nigel Worthington is excited at the prospect of facing Scotland at Hampden Park next week.

Healy Backed To Overcome Club Woes

Nigel Worthington believes David Healy will go about his business as usual despite an uncertain club future.

Euros Set For Expansion

The European Championship looks certain to be expanded from 16 to 24 teams.

Worthington Plans For Future

Northern Ireland boss Nigel Worthington has undergone an overhaul of his coaching network.

Worthington Appoints Junior Coaches

Steve Beaglehole is the new manager of Northern Ireland's Under-21 and Under-19 sides.

Worthington Builds Coaching Team

Northern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington will name his new youth coaching team in the next 48 hours.

Tough Cross-border Rules Formalised

Footballers from Northern Ireland who want to play for the Republic will have to meet tough restrictions.

Hitman Healy Strikes For Ni Again

David Healy scored for both sides as Northern Ireland's first-half blitz proved enough to see off Georgia 4-1 in Wednesday's Belfast friendly.

Young Irish Beaten By Romania

A makeshift Northern Ireland Under-21 side was defeated 3-1 by Romania U21s in a friendly at the Ballymena Showgrounds on Wednesday.