Ian Baraclough backs Ali McCann to shine in Championship after late Preston move
Ali McCann took time out from preparations for Thursday night's World Cup qualifier away to Lithuania to complete his move from St Johnstone.
Sep 1, 13:20
Preview: Lithuania vs. Northern Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Lithuania and Northern Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 31, 12:05
Arsenal defender Dan Ballard joins Millwall on loan
Arsenal confirm that defender Daniel Ballard has completed a loan move to Millwall for the 2021-22 season.
Jul 1, 13:27
Ian Baraclough "cannot fault" effort of Northern Ireland players
The campaign ended with a 1-0 friendly defeat to Ukraine in Dnipro on Thursday night.
Jun 4, 11:18
Ian Baraclough: 'We must prove we can compete with the best'
The game against Ukraine will be Northern Ireland's last this season.
Jun 2, 22:06
The talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's clash with Ukraine
Ian Baraclough secured his first win as manager on Sunday, at the 12th attempt.
Jun 2, 15:30
Niall McGinn: 'Ukraine players will be fighting for Euro 2020 places'
Ian Baraclough's side are heading to Dnipro looking to build on Sunday's 3-0 victory over Malta.
Jun 2, 14:20
Preview: Ukraine vs. Northern Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's International Friendlies clash between Ukraine and Northern Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 1, 18:06
Jordan Jones "over the moon" after first Northern Ireland goal
Jordan Jones' second-minute strike in Austria should keep him in Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough's thoughts going forward.
May 31, 11:21
Ian Baraclough: 'We ticked most of the boxes in Malta win'
Northern Ireland ran out 3-0 winners against Malta in Austria, earning Ian Baraclough's first victory as boss.
May 30, 21:07
Malta 0-3 Northern Ireland: Ian Baraclough boosted by friendly win
Jordan Jones, Gavin Whyte and Ali McCann scored the goals in Austria, where Josh Magennis missed a penalty.
May 30, 19:06
Stuart Dallas wants to "set an example" to Northern Ireland youngsters
The Leeds star will captain the international side against Malta on Sunday.
May 29, 22:37
Five talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's clash with Malta
Ian Baraclough's side take on Malta in Austria on Sunday.
May 29, 16:35
Ian Baraclough: 'Stuart Dallas is the natural choice for captain'
The Leeds midfielder will lead out the side for the second time in the absence of regular skipper Steven Davis and vice-captain Jonny Evans.
May 29, 15:03
Preview: Malta vs. Northern Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's International Friendlies clash between Malta and Northern Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 28, 22:06
Stuart Dallas in contention to captain Northern Ireland
Stuart Dallas could step in to lead the team out to face Malta on Sunday evening in Klagenfurt.
May 26, 23:07
Ian Baraclough calls for youngsters to soak up experience
Uncapped teenagers Sam McClelland, 19, and Conor Bradley, 17, have been named in a 25-man squad to play Malta and Ukraine.
May 26, 14:37
Ian Baraclough selects mix of youth and experience in Northern Ireland squad
Teenagers Sam McClelland and Conor Bradley have been included in a 25-man squad.
May 26, 10:35
Ian Baraclough: 'We can can spring a surprise'
Northern Ireland have taken one point from their opening two World Cup qualifiers.
Apr 1, 13:38
Northern Ireland 0-0 Bulgaria: Ian Baraclough's side held at Windsor Park
Ian Baraclough's side were held to a 0-0 draw at Windsor Park.
Mar 31, 22:17
Ian Baraclough: 'I trust my Northern Ireland players'
Captain Steven Davis stands to break Peter Shilton's British appearance record as he earns his 126th Northern Ireland cap.
Mar 30, 23:26
Five talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's clash with Bulgaria
Ian Baraclough's men lost their opener 2-0 to Italy.
Mar 30, 16:28
Steven Davis not focused on records ahead of Bulgaria clash
The 36-year-old Northern Ireland captain will move clear of Peter Shilton's British caps record in Wednesday's World Cup qualifier.
Mar 30, 16:26
Warren Feeney warns Northern Ireland not to underestimate Bulgaria
Bulgaria are under a new boss in Yasen Petrov.
Mar 30, 11:52
Paddy McNair confident Northern Ireland can triumph over Bulgaria
Manager Ian Baraclough is without a victory inside 90 minutes in his 10 games in charge of the side as positive performances go unrewarded.
Mar 29, 22:56
Preview: Northern Ireland vs. Bulgaria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Northern Ireland and Bulgaria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 29, 21:36
Kyle Lafferty "proud" of Northern Ireland despite United States defeat
Northern Ireland made 10 changes from last week's World Cup qualifying defeat to Italy and were unlucky to come out on the losing side.
Mar 29, 11:08
Ian Baraclough: 'We have to beat Bulgaria'
Ian Baraclough's side suffered an all-too-familiar outcome in Belfast as a positive performance went unrewarded.
Mar 28, 21:34
Northern Ireland 1-2 USA: Christian Pulisic on scoresheet for visitors
A superb strike from Niall McGinn gave Northern Ireland late hope.
Mar 28, 19:45
Kyle Lafferty backs himself to deliver for Northern Ireland
The 33-year-old will wear the captain's armband for the friendly against the United States.
Mar 27, 22:42
Ian Baraclough to make changes for United States friendly
The World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria looms on Wednesday and a number of players will be rested after the 2-0 defeat to Italy.
Mar 27, 16:39
Five talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's clash with the USA
The match comes between the opening two World Cup qualifiers.
Mar 27, 14:06
Ian Baraclough backs Northern Ireland to thrive in 3-5-2 formation
The former under-21s boss is steadily making his own mark on the senior side.
Mar 26, 22:58
Preview: Northern Ireland vs. USA - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's international friendly clash between Northern Ireland and USA, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 26, 16:11
Ian Baraclough urges pundits to "stop trying to retire" Steven Davis
The Rangers midfielder equalled Peter Shilton's British record of 125 caps in Thursday's World Cup qualifier against Italy.
Mar 26, 12:23
Ian Baraclough takes positives from Italy defeat
Northern Ireland were the better team for long stretches after the break.
Mar 25, 23:28
Steven Davis: 'We must make good start against Italy'
Northern Ireland begin their World Cup qualifying campaign in Parma.
Mar 24, 22:35
Northern Ireland to make late call on Jamal Lewis
Ian Baraclough is pondering his options ahead of Thursday's opening World Cup qualifier against Italy.
Mar 24, 16:04
The main talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's clash with Italy
It will be the first full campaign under manager Ian Baraclough.
Mar 24, 12:39
Preview: Italy vs. Northern Ireland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Italy and Northern Ireland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 23, 19:52
