Why Northern Ireland won't focus on point they need in Hungary
· Sports · BBC Sport
Northern Ireland aim for a victory against Hungary in Budapest on Tuesday night to secure promotion to League A of the Nations League. Michael O'Neill's side need only a draw to top Group B2, but the players have confirmed they will approach the fixture searching for a win. Northern Ireland are currently the only side in the 2026-27 competition yet to concede a goal, following Saturday's 1-0 victory over Ukraine in Belfast. Veteran striker Josh Magennis is set to win his 94th cap, while Fulham midfielder Shea Charles stated that the squad have learned from a previous promotion campaign in 2024 when they let a two-goal lead slip against Luxembourg. Hungary host the fixture at the Puskas Arena with the match scheduled for 19:45 GMT.
Why it matters
A win or a draw against Hungary will promote Northern Ireland to League A of the Nations League for the first time in the tournament's history.
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