Women's World Cup: NI taking on Luxembourg in opening qualifier

NI senior women in training
Author: Nigel GouldPublished 17th Sep 2021
Last updated 17th Sep 2021

Northern Ireland senior women's team kick off their World Cup Qualifying campaign tonight (Friday).

Kenny Shiels' side take on Luxembourg at Inver Park (ko 7 o'clock).

It is the first time Larne has hosted a senior international game.

Rachel Furness

The game is the first of two World Cup qualifiers in five days.

On Tuesday, they will play at the National Stadium at Windsor Park, against Latvia

The Northern Ireland side have been boosted by the return of key players - Rachel Furness, Demi Vance and Caragh Hamilton - who are back after long-term injuries.

Julie Nelson in training