Northern Ireland and Hungary settle for scoreless draw in Belfast

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Northern Ireland and Hungary settle for scoreless draw in Belfast
Summary

Northern Ireland drew 0-0 with Hungary at Windsor Park on September 28, 2026. Despite a strong start from Northern Ireland, highlighted by close chances from Patrick Kelly, neither team could find the net. Hungary saw limited opportunities after halftime, with Donát Bárány missing a header and Alex Tóth being denied late. The result leaves Northern Ireland with four points from two Group B2 matches without conceding. They will face Ukraine next, while Hungary prepares to host Georgia.

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  • •Match played at Windsor Park, Belfast.
  • •Northern Ireland had a strong first half but failed to score.
  • •Hungary struggled to create clear chances after the break.
  • •Northern Ireland has four points from two matches.
  • •Next match for Northern Ireland is against Ukraine on Friday.
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Northern Ireland were held to a 0-0 draw by Hungary at Windsor Park, missing the chance to make it two competitive wins in a row for the first time since November 2024.Michael O'Neill’s side started...

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