PLAYER RATINGS: Attacking moments, defensive bravery and penalty shout with one 9
Player ratings from Northern Ireland’s 0-0 home draw against Hungary across the UEFA Nations League:
Pierce Charles: Stood up well to early set-piece pressure and produced one big late save off Alex Toth in a rare test: 7
Ciaron Brown: Superb defensive display built around bravery to block and excellent reading of danger: 9
Ruairi McConville: Distribution from deep encouraging on top of his backline responsibilities: 7
Tom Atcheson: Solid across the night as the young defender of promise continues to build international experience: 6
Trai Hume: Great anticipation to intercept and create one strike from distance plus usual defensive reliability: 7
Justin Devenny: Always dedicated to serving the side in any role required: 6
Shea Charles: Reduced influence compared to previous highs but one brave block was key at the end of a first half that also featured his own penalty shout: 7
Ethan Galbraith: Early booking didn't prevent the playmaker from producing another high-energy performance: 7
Isaac Price: Built his reputation as a goal threat but respected for composure in possession and constant work-rate, plus came close in second half: 8
Jamie Donley: Always enthusiastic and willing as he grows into lone frontman role: 6
Patrick Kelly: Found space in dangerous areas multiple times, leading to one audacious chip then a close-range effort on to the bar: 8
Subs (used)
Dion Charles (Donley, 69) - Fresh legs in attack over closing stages: 5
Brodie Spencer (Kelly, 69) - Grabbed every opportunity to drive forward and support attack: 6
Josh Magennis (Price, 88) - Expected focal point to frontline during any late home bid for glory: 5