Northern Ireland hosts Hungary in first Belfast match in 315 days
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 7:09 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Northern Ireland faces Hungary in the UEFA Nations League at Windsor Park on September 28. This match marks Northern Ireland's return to Belfast after 315 days, with their last home game played on November 17, 2025. In their absence from home, they achieved mixed results in away fixtures. Manager Michael O'Neill expressed confidence in the team's form, noting their strong home record despite recent travel challenges. Players, including Patrick Kelly and Pierce Charles, expressed excitement to play in front of their home fans once again.
- •Northern Ireland last played at Windsor Park on November 17, 2025.
- •They have won seven of their last nine home games.
- •The team arrived back in Belfast after a long trip from Georgia.
- •Michael O'Neill commented on the squad's current good form.
- •Players are eager to perform in front of home fans after a lengthy absence.
- 7:09 AMYahoo Sports — NI players relish Windsor return against Hungary
- 7:09 AMBBC Sport — NI players relish Windsor return against Hungary
"Northern Ireland's hosting of Hungary in the Uefa Nations League will be their first game in Belfast for 315 days.
"Northern Ireland's hosting of Hungary in the Uefa Nations League will be their first game in Belfast for 315 days.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 7:09 AMNI players relish Windsor return against Hungary
Northern Ireland's hosting of Hungary in the Uefa Nations League will be their first game in Belfast for 315 days.
- BBC SportSep 28, 2026, 7:09 AMNI players relish Windsor return against Hungary
Northern Ireland's hosting of Hungary in the Uefa Nations League will be their first game in Belfast for 315 days.
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