NI players relish Windsor return against Hungary

Northern Ireland are set to return to Belfast after 315 days, facing Hungary at Windsor Park in a Nations League group match. The game, scheduled for Monday night, comes just 51 days before one year since their last home win against Luxembourg. In the meantime, they have played five away matches, including a victory over Georgia on Friday night.

This positive home form, with seven wins in nine games since October 2023, marks a significant improvement for the team. Manager Michael O'Neill is enthusiastic about the prospect of playing in front of a lively crowd, noting that his squad, like past successful teams, is relishing their return to Windsor Park. The team's preparation for the trip included adhering to UK-time despite the three-hour time difference and arriving in Belfast early to recover from their long journey.