Northern Ireland has a lot to look forward to, both as nation and soccer team. Northern Ireland, for the first time in its history, has qualified for the European Championships. And the team did so in style. Northern Ireland finished top of Group F, nudging Romania by one point. That’s an impressive way to qualify for your first ever European Championships. They finished with six wins to only one defeat, only allowing eight goals in 10 qualification games. Few people expect Northern Ireland to make it past the Euro 2016 group stage but we’re not so sure.  [+]

In a group with Germany, Poland and the Ukraine, you can expect a lot of jostling for second place. Germany should win the group in convincing fashion and Poland is probably expected to take the coveted second spot but any slip ups could see Northern Ireland with a real chance of moving on to the knockout stages. 

Northern Ireland has competed in three World Cups and even reached the quarterfinal in 1958 and 1982. They played their first international game in 1882, losing to England 13-0, a score more likely seen in rugby than soccer. Steeped in rich history, the Northern Irish is currently ranked 62nd in the world and would surprise a lot of people if they somehow manage to sneak into the Round of 16.

If they don’t finish second in the group, Northern Ireland still has a chance of qualifying as one of the four best third-place qualifiers.  

Northern Ireland Next Game

Make sure to check Ireland’s next game to get a good feel for what they’re up against. Is it an away fixture or are they playing in the friendly confines of Windsor Park? [+]

The game odds are also provided below so you can jump on the best available prices. 

Is it a friendly game or is it a competitive fixture, either a World Cup or European Championship qualifier? Or, is it a part of Euro 2016, where the Nortern Irish team will compete for the first time?

Ask yourself these questions prior to making a wager and you’ll be in a better position to win your forthcoming wagers. 

Northern Ireland Game Schedule

Reference the Northern Ireland game schedule to take stock of their forthcoming fixtures. Start to plan your wagers in advance, well before the game lines are available. 

 

What Are The Current Northern Ireland Standings

No matter what tournament Northern Irleand is a part of, expect this current side to be competitive in every game. Improving every year, Northern Ireland is a team to keep your eyes on as they have the potential to cause upsets, providing the bettor with nice returns. 

Northern Ireland Online Betting Tips

Bovada has Northern Ireland pegged at +10000 to win Euro 2016. We all know this cannot, in our wildest imaginations, happen. So, what, if you can’t take Northern Ireland on a futures bet for Euro 2016, can you back them on?

Northern Ireland is a steady outfit and enoyed a five-game unbeaten streak during Euro 2016 qualification games. Unfortunately for bettors, Northern Ireland was part of a weak group during the qualification rounds, whcich included Romania, Finland, Hungary, Greecen and the Faroe Islands.

No top European soccer teams participated in this group so it’s unclear whether the Northern Irish can compete with top opponents. They did, however, beat Slovenia 1-0 in a friendly recently, which bodes well for their confidence if nothing else.

We think Northern Ireland will finish thrid in their Euro 2016 group and have an outside chance of grabbing qualification to the knockout stages. 

They will definitely be in the running for World Cup 2018 qualifciation, too. Northern Ireland has turned the corner and will look to continue their improvement and growth as a soccer nation. 

Kyle Lafferty scored seven goals during qualification, which matches Wayne Rooney’s total. He could be good for a prop bet during Euro 2016. If anyone is going to score for the Northern Irish, we fancy it will be their top goal scorer who takes most of the plaudits.

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Where Can I Bet On Northern Ireland Online

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