From Brazil to Bermuda and Spain to New Zealand, players from all over the world have played in the Irish League and made an impact on local football – here are 11 examples.
5. Gibraltar
Former Glentoran goalkeeper Dayle Coleing has represented his country 21 times and is in their squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Greece and the Netherlands this week. Photo: Presseye
6. Tunisia
Former Rangers defender Bilel Mohsni finished off his playing career with Dungannon Swifts in 2022 and played nine times for Tunisia Photo: Presseye
7. New Zealand
Kris Bright arrived at Linfield in 2016 and played six league games before departing for Auckland City, where he is now Sporting Director Photo: Presseye
8. Dominican Republic
Current Portadown star Alberto Balde has played twice for the Dominican Republic, making his debut in June 2022 against French Guiana Photo: Pacemaker Press