Trai Hume

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill shows his appreciation to the supporters. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)

NI fans set Nations League record as country receives FIFA rankings boost

Northern Ireland captain Shea Charles on the attack against Georgia in the UEFA Nations League. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

NI denied late Georgia victory as Liverpool star saves Isaac Price penalty

Northern Ireland’s Trai Hume. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

Trai Hume insists 'belief has always been there' for talented NI squad

Northern Ireland players celebrate after Ciaron Brown's second goal. (Photo by Peter Kollar/Pacemaker Press International)

NI hero praises star who 'has never let us down' after Ukraine triumph

Northern Ireland last played Ukraine in a friendly in June 2021. (Photo by SERGEI SUPINSKY/AFP via Getty Images)

How can I watch Northern Ireland vs Ukraine? All you need to know

Northern Ireland's Trai Hume (left) facing Hungary across the UEFA Nations League on Monday. (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA Wire)

Trai Hume's Northern Ireland 'little details' progress towards end goal gains

Isaac Price is tackled by Attila Osváth during the Nations League fixture at Windsor Park

Northern Ireland and Hungary share the spoils after stalemate at Windsor Park

Daniel Ballard helped off the pitch by medical staff after being substituted due to injury on Friday in Tbilisi against Georgia. (Photo by Levan Verdzeuli/Getty Images)

Trai Hume 'gutted' as Northern Ireland team-mate 'can’t catch a break'

Northern Ireland goalscorer Shea Charles with a big smile and hug for goalkeeper brother Pierce after a dramatic 1-0 win over Georgia in Tbilisi to kick off the UEFA Nations League group stages. (AP Photo/Tamuna Kulumbegashvili)

Charles brothers guide Northern Ireland to glory in Georgia

Northern Ireland's Trai Hume (right) has been the subject of transfer speculation. (Photo by Ed Sykes/Getty Images)

Trai Hume 'absolutely' remains key part of Sunderland's plans amid interest

Northern Ireland's Trai Hume is the subject of transfer interest from Everton. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

Linfield may be in line for multi-million pound windfall amid Trai Hume interest

Glenavon manager Michael O'Connor (left) and academy manager Jeff Magee (right) make a presentation to Alfie Pollock ahead of his move to Sunderland. (Photo by Glenavon FC Academy)

Glenavon teenager seals dream Premier League move with Sunderland transfer

Michael O'Neill turned down Blackburn to sign a new four-year contract to remain as Northern Ireland manager. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Josh Magennis clear on reason why Michael O'Neill stayed as NI manager

Trai Hume makes a challenge on Aurelien Tchouameni. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP via Getty Images)

Northern Ireland captain praises 'outstanding' performance despite France defeat

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill at the Stade Pierre Mauroy ahead of Monday night’s international friendly against France in Lille. (Photo William Cherry/PressEye)

Northern Ireland 'badly behaved guests’ goal as Michael O'Neill ready for France

Northern Ireland international Trai Hume following his goal for Sunderland on Sunday against Chelsea that helped secure European football. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

'Nothing better' - Northern Ireland's Trai Hume is Euro goal hero for Sunderland
Northern Ireland international Trai Hume was left speechless after scoring on the final day of the Premier League season to help secure Sunderland the surprise prize of European football.
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Keith Gillespie in full flow for Northern Ireland during 2005. (Photo by JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Ex-NI international joy Michael O'Neill has 'his young players believing'

Northern Ireland team line-up before the friendly against Wales

How did Northern Ireland players rate in the friendly against Wales?

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Four NI players return to clubs as Michael O'Neill provides squad update

Northern Ireland's Paddy McNair. (Photo by Ben Whitley/PA Wire)

Paddy McNair holding on to Northern Ireland tournament dream

Captain Trai Hume ready to lead out his Northern Ireland team-mates on Thursday against Italy. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Trai Hume's 'we'll learn from it' Northern Ireland message

Shea Charles impressed for Northern Ireland. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Former NI star predicts 'bright future' with 'outstanding' midfielder

Northern Ireland's Shea Charles takes on Italy's Sandro Tonali. (Photo by Alberto PIZZOLI / AFP via Getty Images)

Michael O'Neill insists NI duo 'can play at a higher level' after Italy showing

Dejected Northern Ireland players after their World Cup play-off semi-final defeat to Italy. (Photo by Stefano RELLANDINI / AFP via Getty Images)

NI star frustrated after feeling Italy 'were there for the taking'

Northern Ireland's Shea Charles up against Italy in the World Cup semi-final play-off. (Photo by William Cherry/PressEye Ltd)

PLAYER RATINGS: Northern Ireland 9 and two 8s against Italy

Trai Hume greets supporters after being defeated in the play-off FIFA World Cup 2026 European qualification semi-final football match between Italy and Northern Ireland. (Photo by Stefano RELLANDINI / AFP via Getty Images)

Trai Hume insists NI 'only going to get better' after suffering Italy heartbreak

Sandro Tonali celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the play-off FIFA World Cup 2026 European qualification semi-final football match between Italy and Northern Ireland. (Photo by Stefano RELLANDINI / AFP via Getty Images)

Pride but pain as Northern Ireland's World Cup dream ends in Italy
Northern Ireland’s World Cup dream was ended after a 2-0 play-off semi-final defeat to Italy in Bergamo.
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Norther Ireland manager Michael O'Neill (right) as player Trai Hume looks on during a press conference at the New Balance Arena in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Michael O'Neill names Northern Ireland team for Italy clash

Northern Ireland's Trai Hume at the Stadio di Bergamo during Wednesday night's press conference ahead of the World Cup qualifying semi-final play-off against Italy. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)

Trai Hume vows to put big game experience to good use against Italy

Sandro Tonali missed Newcastle United's defeat to Sunderland through injury. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Italy talisman could still feature against NI despite Newcastle United absence

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill (left) with Isaac Price at a press conference in Belfast. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

Michael O'Neill's card concern for 'the most important game we have now'

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill during a press conference at Windsor Park on Sunday. (Niall Carson/PA Wire)

Michael O'Neill confident Northern Ireland can cope without Conor Bradley

Northern Ireland's Conor Bradley. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Liverpool and Northern Ireland fans unite in praise for Conor Bradley

Trai Hume of Northern Ireland celebrates scoring against Slovakia. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Trai Hume believes clash with Germany even bigger after win over Slovakia

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Michael O’Neill salutes ‘magnificent’ Northern Ireland in victory over Slovakia

Northern Ireland’s Trai Hume celebrates scoring against Slovakia during Friday night’s FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park

Northern Ireland boost qualification hopes with win over Slovakia

Trai Hume playing for Sunderland during their Premier League win over Brentford. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Trai Hume admits NI has helped prepare him for life in the Premier League

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Michael O'Neill shares players' excitement ahead of World Cup qualifying opener

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Michael O'Neill pinpoints 'really positive' aspect of NI squad ahead of campaign

Michael O'Neill challenges Northern Ireland squad to create major 'legacy'

Corry Evans in action against Germany's Thomas Muller at Euro 2016. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

Northern Ireland star confirms retirement after coaching appointment

Daniel Ballard is a major injury concern for Northern Ireland's upcoming double-header against Luxembourg and Germany

Northern Ireland set for Dan Ballard injury blow for World Cup qualifiers

Northern Ireland internationals Trai Hume and Dan Ballard are preparing for Sunderland's Premier League campaign. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Trai Hume set to complete boyhood dream with Premier League debut

Linfield manager David Healy with Trai Hume. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)

David Healy backing ex-Linfield star to thrive in Premier League with Sunderland

Northern Ireland international Trai Hume has signed a new Sunderland contract. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

NI star admits Sunderland 'is where I want to be' after signing new contract

Gareth McAuley believes qualification for Euro 2028 is a real possibility for Northern Ireland

Trai Hume is an example to fellow young players: Gareth McAuley

Matthew Burns pictured with agent Lee Mudd after completing a move to Premier League side Sunderland

Irish League youngster completes dream Sunderland move

Former Sunderland team-mates Corry Evans and Trai Hume also shared the international pitch together for Northern Ireland. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)

NI ace reveals ex-Irish League star 'impressed me straight away' at Sunderland

Northern Ireland’s Conor Bradley up against Denmark in Copenhagen during the friendly defeat. (Photo by William Cherry/PressEye)

Youthful Northern Ireland grab lead but Denmark fire back in friendly loss

Northern Ireland's Paddy McNair. (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA Wire)

Paddy McNair ruled out of Northern Ireland friendlies

Northern Ireland internationals Dan Ballard (left) and Trai Hume celebrate success with Sunderland in the Sky Bet Championship promotion play-off final at Wembley. (Photo by John Walton/PA Wire)

Trai Hume backing Northern Ireland's fab four to set standards

Trai Hume shone at Linfield before joining Sunderland in 2022. (Photo by INPHO/Presseye/Declan Roughan)

Linfield in line for potential financial windfall amid Trai Hume interest

Ballymena United boss David Jeffrey

No panic from David Jeffrey despite another Showgrounds exit

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