Managing the strain of the extended international window
With international breaks now spanning four matches over 16 days, smaller nations face significant logistical and squad depth challenges.
Northern Ireland national football team
This section collects stories about Northern Ireland national football team, from match results and transfer news to comments, player injuries and decisions from the coaching staff.
Nations League: Why are Northern Ireland playing Ukraine in Slovakia?
Northern Ireland will face Ukraine in the Nations League at the Anton Malatinsky Stadium in Slovakia.
BBC extends agreement to broadcast Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland games to 2028
The BBC has extended its deal with UEFA to continue showing free-to-air international matches for Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland until June 2028.
Michael O'Neill pays tribute to departing Didier Deschamps after France clash
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill praised outgoing France boss Didier Deschamps as a "fantastic national team manager" following France's 3-1 victory in Lille.
Northern Ireland edge past Guinea despite Atcheson red card
Michael O'Neill praised his team's character in a 1-0 win over Guinea, even after Tom Atcheson was sent off.