Northern Ireland fans mark 20 years since the victory against Spain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Northern Ireland marks two decades since a 3-2 qualifying victory over Spain at Windsor Park. The result remains a defining moment for the national team during the lead-up to the Euro 2008 tournament. Despite the underdog status of the hosts at the time, the performance drew attention across Europe as Spain continued its path to international success. Media outlets are now commemorating the anniversary of the Belfast match by inviting supporters to identify the rosters from that night. Fans have been given a time-based challenge to recall the lineups of both the Northern Ireland team and the Spanish squad. The retrospective highlights the contrast between the historic win and the subsequent trajectory of both football programs.
- •Northern Ireland defeated Spain 3-2 at Windsor Park 20 years ago.
- •The match took place during qualifying for Euro 2008.
- •Supporters are currently being asked to name the players from both squads.
- •The challenge provides a 10-minute window for fans to identify the team rosters.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Can you name teams from NI's win over Spain 20 years on?
"Twenty years on from one of the most famous nights in Northern Ireland's history, can you name the teams from the Euro 2008 qualifying victory over Spain?
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