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Northern Ireland faces Ukraine in Nations League match in Slovakia

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Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Northern Ireland faces Ukraine in Nations League match in Slovakia
Summary

Northern Ireland will play Ukraine in the Nations League on October 2 at the Anton Malatinsky Stadium in Trnava, Slovakia. This match is part of Ukraine's current international break schedule and follows their 1-0 victory over Hungary. Since the onset of Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Ukrainian national team has hosted matches outside the country, with Trnava being a previously used venue. Following this match, Ukraine is set to play Hungary at the same stadium before hosting Georgia in November.

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By the Numbers
  • •Match scheduled for October 2 in Trnava, Slovakia.
  • •Ukraine plays home matches in various countries due to the invasion.
  • •Ukraine won their previous match 1-0 against Hungary.
  • •Following this match, Ukraine will face Hungary again.
  • •Uefa allows Ukraine to choose match venues adhering to regulations.
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What they're saying
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Northern Ireland will head to Slovakia to face Ukraine in the Nations League

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Northern Ireland will head to Slovakia to face Ukraine in the Nations League

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