""Qualifying for the Euros five years ago, I think that's just made us hungrier. That was a special moment and for that group and we deserved to be there. I think the group we have now is just as special and I think all the girls who are here, deserve to be here.""
""While the journey to Euro 2022 is still fondly remembered, Northern Ireland's focus is firmly on the future. Given the youthful nature of the squad and the new format of qualification, where Northern Ireland would have to stun at least two higher ranked sides to reach the finals, the 2027 World Cup will likely come with its own challenges.""
Northern Ireland's women's football team celebrated five years since qualifying for Euro 2022, marking a historic achievement. The squad has undergone significant changes, with the average age dropping from 26.7 to 25.2 and average caps decreasing from 42.3 to 28.4. Michael McArdle is the new head coach, succeeding Tanya Oxtoby. Rebecca McKenna, a key player, is approaching her 60th cap and believes the current squad is as special as the Euro 2022 team. The focus is now on the upcoming 2027 World Cup qualification.
Read at www.bbc.com
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