Northern Ireland — Fixtures, Results & How to Watch

Northern Ireland squad to face Italy in World Cup playoff: Ballard in, Bradley out

Sunderland defender Dan Ballard has been included in Northern Ireland's squad for their World Cup qualifying playoff against Italy later this month despite an injury scare.

Mar 16, 2026 · ESPN

Pubs to stay open until 2 a.m. for 2026 FIFA World Cup - if home nations reach knockouts

Pubs in the UK will be allowed to stay open until 2am this summer, should any of the home nations reach the knockout stages.

Feb 19, 2026 · ESPN

2026 World Cup draw: Who could Northern Ireland and Wales play?

Northern Ireland and Wales have learned what awaits them if they qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

Dec 6, 2025 · ESPN

2026 World Cup draw: Start time, how to watch, how it works

All you need to know ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw on Dec. 5 in Washington, D.C.

Dec 5, 2025 · ESPN

Wales with the advantage in the World Cup playoffs?

Gab Marcotti and Mark Ogden discuss the World Cup playoff draw which sees Wales at home to Bosnia & Herzegovina and Northern Ireland travel to Italy.

Nov 20, 2025 · ESPN