Tommy Wright

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Michael O'Neill clear 'background is not really that important for me'

Manchester United goalkeeper Dermot Mee has been called up to Northern Ireland's senior squad for the first time. (Photo by Michael Campanella/Getty Images)placeholder image

Michael O'Neill reveals NI legend 'spoke very highly' of new call-up

Ryan Stewart is coaching at Nelson Suburbs in New Zealand and was previously manager of Samoa. (Photo by Ryan Stewart)placeholder image

Former Irish League player offering Northern Irish stars 'massive' opportunity

James Simpson celebrates lifting the Gibson Cup with his family. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Larne teen 'only getting better' backed for move 'further afield'

Northern Ireland Under-21s manager Tommy Wright at Mourneview Park on Tuesday. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Tommy Wright praises Northern Ireland U21s after Euro qualifying campaign

Cole Brannigan scores his first goal for Northern Ireland's U21s. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Aston Villa teen's milestone NI goal made extra special by family presence

Linfield manager David Healy watching on during his side's defeat to Ballymena United. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Former Linfield star feels club need to 'circle the wagons' after shock start

Tommy Wright (back, second from right) celebrates with his Newcastle United team-mates and Kevin Keegan after winning the First Division title in May 1993. (Photo by Stevie Morton/Allsport/Getty Images)placeholder image

Former Northern Ireland star reflects on working with 'icon' Kevin Keegan

Tommy Wright celebrates with goal heroes David Cushley (left) and Scott Davidson after winning the League Cup with Lisburn Distillery in 2011. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)placeholder image

Ex-Irish League manager outlines how Kevin Keegan influenced his coaching career

Michael Forbes celebrates scoring for Northern Ireland's U21s. (Photo by Presseye/Stephen Hamilton)placeholder image

Northern Ireland defender hopes Scotland move can boost senior chances

Larne manager Gary Haveron. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Gary Haveron predicts 'outstanding' Larne youngster has 'such a bright future'

Tommy Wright (back right, manager of Northern Ireland under 21s) and Karl Bradley (back left, Budget Energy) at the SuperCupNI draw with, front row from left, Isaac Dixon, Curtis McKeown, Chloe Beckinsale and Charlotte Havern. Also included is Sparky the Budget Energy mascot. (Photo by SuperCupNI)placeholder image

Northern Ireland summer dates for Liverpool, Manchester United and Rangers teams

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Tommy Wright praises NI U21s 'character' in defeat to star-studded German side

Northern Ireland's Tom Atcheson impressed for Blackburn Rovers on Saturday. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)placeholder image

Michael O'Neill predicts NI teen has 'huge future' after Blackburn Rovers start

Eoin Kenny playing for Northern Ireland at the SuperCupNI against Manchester United. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/PressEye)placeholder image

Blackpool and Lincoln City amongst clubs plotting move for NI U21 striker

Sam Glenfield celebrates his match-winning free-kick for Northern Ireland U21s against Latvia. (Photo: Irish FA)placeholder image

NI U21 chief Tommy Wright happy with 'character' shown in win over Latvia

Tommy Wright praised the “character” of his Northern Ireland U21 team as they edged out Latvia in extremely challenging playing conditions at The Oval.

Johnny McNabb

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Tommy Wright insists Northern Ireland not afraid of 'fast-tracking' young talent

Glenavon manager Michael O'Connor made a perfect start to his reign on Saturday. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Former Irish League manager calls for Glenavon to show faith in Michael O'Connor

Tommy Fogarty appears dejected after Northern Ireland U21 suffered a 2-1 loss to Germany at The Ovalplaceholder image

Northern Ireland U21s suffer late agony in loss to Germany

Makenzie Kirk scored for Northern Ireland Under-21s against Malta last week. Picture: Desmond Loughery Pacemaker pressplaceholder image

Tommy Wright pleased with NI U21 win as Germany is up next

Tributes have been paid to former Northern Ireland and Newcastle United goalkeeper Iam McFaulplaceholder image

Tributes paid as former Newcastle player and boss Iam McFaul passes away

Tommy Wright has announced his U21s squad for Northern Ireland's Euro qualifiersplaceholder image

Five new faces as Tommy Wright names NI U21 squad for Euro qualifiers

Former Glentoran youngster Jamie McDonnell has been called into Northern Ireland's senior squad. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images)placeholder image

Uncapped trio earn Northern Ireland senior calls after defensive duo ruled out

Eoin Kenny playing for Northern Ireland at the SuperCupNI against Manchester United. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/PressEye)placeholder image

Son of former Republic of Ireland manager 'wants to play for NI'

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)placeholder image

Former Linfield duo receive maiden Northern Ireland U21 call-ups

Northern Ireland’s Rio Oudnie-Morgan celebrates after against Manchester United in 2022. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/PressEye)placeholder image

Watch: Ipswich Town teen celebrates maiden NI U21 call-up with Chelsea screamer

Linfield's Matty Orr has earned a maiden Northern Ireland U21 call-up. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Linfield defender earns maiden Northern Ireland U21 call-up

Four Irish League youngsters have been named in Tommy Wright’s Northern Ireland U21s squad for an upcoming tournament in Turkey which will act as preparation for their Euro 2027 qualifying campaign later this year.

Johnny Morton

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)placeholder image

Tommy Wright extends stay with Northern Ireland U21s

Gary Haveron will lift his first trophy as Larne manager if the Inver Reds get the better of Glentoran in Tuesday's County Antrim Shield finalplaceholder image

Gary Haveron hoping to bring in new era at Larne with Shield success

Justin Devenny (right) made his Premier League debut on Saturday for Crystal Palace and has now been drafted into Northern Ireland's senior squad. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)placeholder image

Crystal Palace debut 'accelerated' Justin Devenny's Northern Ireland call-up

Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton. (Photo by INPHO/Evan Logan)placeholder image

Jim Magilton confirms Cliftonville ace 'back on the pitch' after lengthy injury

Justin Devenny celebrates with Dale Taylor after scoring Northern Ireland's fourth in their 5-0 victory over Azerbaijan. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Crystal Palace youngster reflects on 'special moment' after landmark NI goal

Sean Stewart (right) is targeting a strong end to Northern Ireland U21s Euro 2025 qualifying campaignplaceholder image

NI U21 camp eager to learn from previous international star: Stewart

Cliftonville manager Jim Magilton. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker)placeholder image

Jim Magilton admits Shield clash with Ballymena United is 'massively important'

Randal Reid in action for Ballymena United against Glentoran in September 2007. PIC: Russell Pritchard/Presseye.placeholder image

Ex-Irish League striker scores eight goals in 12-0 win, including six headers

Northern Ireland under 21s’ Darren Robinson (right) battling against England. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)placeholder image

Darren Robinson full faith Northern Ireland 'pathway's there'

Northern Ireland U21s ahead of their UEFA Euro 2025 qualifier against England in Ballymena. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Pressplaceholder image

Northern Ireland U21s secure impressive point against star-studded England

Johnny Russell is one of six Irish League players included in Northern Ireland's U21 squad. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Pressplaceholder image

Glentoran star relishing international test against star-studded England squad

The latest moment to remember for Matty Lusty - scoring in Thursday's UEFA Conference League play-off first-leg against Lincoln Red Imps in Portugal. PIC: Pacemakerplaceholder image

21 UNDER 21: It has been a summer to remember for Larne's latest sensation

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemakerplaceholder image

Tommy Wright praise for Irish League impact in Northern Ireland U21 victory

Glentoran's Jonny Russell has been called up to Northern Ireland's U21 squad. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Pressplaceholder image

Glentoran youngster receives Northern Ireland U21 call-up

Loughgall manager Dean Smith believes Benji Magee's call-up to NI U21 squad is fully deservedplaceholder image

Benji Magee fully deserves NI U21 call-up says Loughgall boss Dean Smith

Cliftonville’s Shea Kearney celebrates scoring a goal against Coleraine. PIC: INPHO/Declan Roughanplaceholder image

Jim Magilton praises young Cliftonville star after earning new contract

Andy Hunter (centre) celebrating with Portadown team-mates after beating Newry City in 2009. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)placeholder image

Andy Hunter has won it all - but League Cup medals hold special spot on his CV

Odhran Casey celebrates after scoring a late equaliser against Glentoran. PIC: Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Pressplaceholder image

Jim Magilton praises Cliftonville star with 'huge potential' after U21 call-up

Linfield player Ethan McGee has been called-up to the Northern Ireland U21 squadplaceholder image

Four Irish League based players called-up to latest NI U21 squad

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. PIC: Presseye/Brian Littleplaceholder image

Tommy Wright calls up seven new players to Northern Ireland U21 squad

Premiership leaders Linfield's meeting with Crusaders has been postponed. PIC: David Maginnis/Pacemaker Pressplaceholder image

Linfield's Premiership clash with Crusaders scheduled for Saturday is postponed

Alan Mannus celebrates winning the 2007/08 Irish League title with Linfield. PIC: Presseyeplaceholder image

Former Linfield and Northern Ireland goalkeeper set to retire aged 41

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright.placeholder image

Northern Ireland under-21s earn first win for manager Tommy Wright in Baku

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wrightplaceholder image

NI U21 squad named for games against Azerbaijan and Serbia

Northern Ireland U21 forward Chris McKee started their opener against Luxembourg U21 at Mourneview Park, Lurgan. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemakerplaceholder image

Chris McKee confident Northern Ireland U21s have the ability to bounce back

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemakerplaceholder image

Tommy Wright looking to develop "winning mentality" with U21s

Northern Ireland U21 manager Tommy Wright during today’s game at Mourneview Park in Lurgan. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemakerplaceholder image

STORY OF THE MATCH: Northern Ireland U21 0 Luxembourg U21 1

Roy Carroll has joined Tommy Wright's backroom staff at Northern Ireland U21's alongside Paul Stephensonplaceholder image

Paul Stephenson and Roy Carroll join NI U21's backroom staff

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