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Euro Champ Qualifying | Group Stage
Oct 10, 2019 at 7.45pm UK
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Reaction
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Michael O'Neill hits back at Ronald Koeman criticism over style of play
O'Neill's men were minutes away from a draw in Holland before conceding two stoppage-time goals.Oct 13, 18:18
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Stuart Dallas admits "emotions are raw" after Northern Ireland's last-gasp loss
The winger said Michael O'Neill's men could 'take a lot of positives' from their performance in Holland.Oct 12, 09:13
Michael O'Neill urges Northern Ireland to use Netherlands heartbreak as lesson
A Josh Magennis goal had given the visitors hope before the Dutch hit back to win 3-1.Oct 11, 11:36
Michael O'Neill "devastated" as Northern Ireland lose in stoppage time
Josh Magennis had opened the scoring with 15 minutes to go but the Dutch hit back to win 3-1.Oct 11, 07:33
The Match
Match Report
Josh Magennis had put the visitors in front after 75 minutes but they lost 3-1.
Preview
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Thursday's Euro 2020 qualifier between the Netherlands and Northern Ireland.
Build-up
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Michael O'Neill heaps pressure on Holland to qualify for Euro 2020
The Oranje have missed two major tournaments in succession.Oct 9, 20:27
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Netherlands vs. Northern Ireland: The key talking points
The opening game of an effective qualifying double-header takes place in Rotterdam.Oct 9, 16:51
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Paddy McNair warns Netherlands not to underestimate Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland currently have a perfect record in qualifying.Oct 9, 05:38
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Jamal Lewis pulls out of Northern Ireland squad with knee injury
The 21-year-old has suffered a knee injury.Oct 7, 13:22
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Michael O'Neill optimistic of Jamal Lewis fitness for Netherlands clash
The Norwich defender suffered an elbow injury in defeat to Crystal Palace.Oct 3, 16:22
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