FIFA World Cup 2026
Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/world-cup
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“We can go out there, give it our all and hopefully it will be enough on the night.”
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INSUFFICIENT EVIDENCE
— No evidence in archive to confirm or refute Northern Ireland's participation in a play-off match against Italy.
“To be involved in this squad is unreal, but to be two games away from a World Cup is crazy.”
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— No evidence in archive to verify World Cup qualification status or required win count for Northern Ireland.
“Northern Ireland will be missing some key figures including Conor Bradley and Dan Ballard.”
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— No evidence in archive confirming the availability status of Conor Bradley or Dan Ballard for the match.
“Italy also have concerns with midfielder Sandro Tonali missing Newcastle United's weekend defeat by Sunderland with a groin injury.”
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— No evidence in archive about Sandro Tonali's injury status or match availability.
“Northern Ireland finished third in their qualifying group.”
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— No evidence in archive regarding Northern Ireland's final ranking in their qualifying group.
“Germany are a top side and so is Italy with a number of superstars.”
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— No evidence in archive comparing Italy and Germany's team status or superstar players.
“If we can go out and give it 100%, we can be a match for anyone.”
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— No evidence in archive to assess Northern Ireland's competitive capability against teams.
“Watch Italy v Northern Ireland in the World Cup play-off on Thursday, 26 March from 19:00 GMT on BBC iPlayer, BBC One NI and BBC Three.”
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— No evidence in archive confirming the broadcast details of the Italy vs Northern Ireland match.
“On Wednesday, 25 March watch a special preview show with Italy and Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport app and website from 19:00 GMT.”
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— No evidence in archive about the preview show featuring Gianfranco Zola or its broadcast details.