Former Southampton and Northern Ireland defender Chris Nicholl, who captained Aston Villa to League Cup glory, has died at the age of 77.
England and the Republic of Ireland will face one another in the league phase of the 2024/25 Nations League after the draw was made in Paris on Thursday night.
Northern Ireland's record appearance-maker Steven Davis has announced his retirement from football at the age of 39.
A look back at the highlights and lowlights from an action-packed, breathless year for Irish sport.
Wales held Germany to a goalless draw in their final Nations League fixture, while the Republic of Ireland thrashed Northern Ireland 6-1.
Liverpool's Harvey Elliott lit up Goodison Park as England U21s eased past Northern Ireland 3-0 on Tuesday.
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