Tommy Wright says he’s excited about continuing to develop Northern Ireland’s best young players after extending his contract as Under-21 manager.
Month: March 2025
Prosecution requests retrial in Luis Rubiales conviction for sexual assault
It was headline news around the world when former president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) Luis Rubiales was convicted of sexual assault in February. However the prosecution in the case are filing for retrial against Rubiales, feeling the punishment and verdict did not fit the crime. Rubiales was suspended by FIFA and the…
Rangers ‘devastated’ after supporter killed in road traffic accident in Istanbul ahead of Fenerbahce clash
A Rangers supporter has died in a road traffic accident in Istanbul ahead of the team’s Europa League last-16 showdown with Fenerbahce at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium.
IFA introducing NI Women's Under-23 team can help young stars bridge gap, says chief Angela Platt
Irish FA Director of Women’s Football Angela Platt is hoping that an Under-23 programme will help bridge the gap between Under-19s and senior football.
Irish FA to submit joint expression of interest in hosting 2035 Women’s World Cup with other Home Nations
The Football Associations of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are joining forces to submit an expression of interest in hosting the 2035 Women’s World Cup.
“Let us see what the body says” – Isco on retirement
Isco has been one of the best performers in La Liga since joining Real Betis in the summer of 2023, and that continued last weekend with a special performance against former club Real Madrid, whom Los Verdiblancos defeated 2-1. This week, Isco spoke to Relevo, and during the interview, he reflected on that victory, which…
Northern Ireland qualifiers return to free-to-air television
Northern Ireland’s World Cup qualifying campaign later this year will be screened live by BBC NI.
Irish FA finalising plans to inspire next generation of women, reveals Angela Platt
Irish Football Association Director of Women’s Football Angela Platt has underlined her excitement at how the women’s game is evolving as the Association prepare to disclose their new strategy for the future.
Why Liverpool’s famous double act could be set to face the final curtain in Champions League
It isn’t why Liverpool’s last trip to Paris tends to be remembered but it brought a minor slice of history for Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andy Robertson.
“He has earned the chance to be in the squad” – Luis de la Fuente on Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio
Raul Asencio has been a standout performer for Real Madrid over the last few months, and that has earned him a regular starting spot. Because of this, he has also been tipped to feature for the Spanish national team in the coming months. As per Marca, La Roja head coach Luis de la Fuente has…