Northern Ireland prepares for Nations League B without Kvaratskhelia and Bradley
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 6:32 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Northern Ireland's UEFA Nations League B campaign begins with a match against Georgia on September 25. Manager Michael O'Neill faces challenges as captain Conor Bradley is sidelined due to injury. This marks NI's first return to League B since 2020, necessitating a focused approach as they navigate a demanding four-game schedule. The team's performance could impact their seeding in Euro 2028 qualification. O'Neill has emphasized the necessity of adapting to the increased competition in this tier.
- •Northern Ireland starts UEFA Nations League B on September 25 against Georgia.
- •Conor Bradley is out for the campaign after knee surgery.
- •O'Neill highlights the challenge of a four-match window.
- •NI aims to secure a top-two finish for Euro 2028 seeding.
- •Kvaratskhelia is identified as a key opponent by O'Neill.
- 6:32 AMYahoo Sports — League B return, no Bradley and Kvaratskhelia challenge - NI talking points
- 6:32 AMBBC Sport — League B return, no Bradley and Kvaratskhelia challenge - NI talking points
"Northern Ireland's return to Uefa Nations League B will see them face a player manager Michael O'Neill calls "one of the best in the world" but they enter the campaign without their own captain.
"Northern Ireland's return to Uefa Nations League B will see them face a player manager Michael O'Neill calls "one of the best in the world" but they enter the campaign without their own captain.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 21, 2026, 6:32 AMLeague B return, no Bradley and Kvaratskhelia challenge - NI talking points
Northern Ireland's return to Uefa Nations League B will see them face a player manager Michael O'Neill calls "one of the best in the world" but they enter the campaign without their own captain.
- BBC SportSep 21, 2026, 6:32 AMLeague B return, no Bradley and Kvaratskhelia challenge - NI talking points
Northern Ireland's return to Uefa Nations League B will see them face a player manager Michael O'Neill calls "one of the best in the world" but they enter the campaign without their own captain.
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