Northern Ireland captain Steven Davis played only a limited role in Rangers' 2-0 win over Ross County on Sunday, coming on as an 83rd-minute substitute, meaning he is fresh as he stands to break Pat Jennings' caps record on Thursday by making his 120th appearance. Key centre-back Ermin Bicakcic will also not be available after he was forced to withdraw from the squad due to injury. Min odds, bet, and payment method exclusions apply. Rangers' 2-0 win over Ross County on Sunday, Two positive cases for Bosnia before NI play-off, Jonny Evans set to be fit for Northern Ireland, Conor Washington's 'wounded animal' warning, Rusmir Cviko and winger Haris Duljevic testing positive for coronavirus, We would like your feedback, please fill in our survey. Players want to experience the feeling of being at a competition that is renowned worldwide now and being on the biggest stage, so there's no bigger incentive.". Northern Ireland have lost four of their last seven matches (W1 D2), shipping 19 goals across those seven games, including 12 in their last three. Highlights will also be published on the Sky Sports digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle. Playing in Path B, the winner of this tie will face either Slovakia or the Republic of Ireland in the European Qualifying play-off final on November 12. Stewart Robson identifies why Germany's two top-choice centre-backs struggle as part of a back three. The year 2020 has been tough for soccer, but the calendar has no room in it between now and the World Cup. Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Northern Ireland preview, team news, kick-off, live on Sky, Jonny Evans is expected to be fit for Northern Ireland crucial European Qualifying play-off semi-final, Ozil out of Arsenal's Europa League squad, Pogba: My dream is to play for Real Madrid, Man Utd leave Romero, Jones, Rojo out of CL squad. Mohamed Elyounoussi gave Norway the lead in the second minute but, after Paddy McNair equalised, Haaland got the goal of the game with an emphatic half-volley from the edge of the box that had keeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell rooted to the spot. They can be very awkward opponents. The match will go ahead despite Bosnia and Herzegovina assistant manager Rusmir Cviko and winger Haris Duljevic testing positive for coronavirus. The Romanians top League B Group 1 on four points with Norway third after losing their first match 2-1 to Austria who are one place above them but also have three points. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Norway beat Northern Ireland 5-1 in their Nations League match on Monday with Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland leading the charge with two goals and an assist in Belfast on Monday. Match ends, Northern Ireland 1, Norway 5. The pair have met recently in the Nations League, Northern Ireland lost both of their group fixtures against Bosnia and Herzegovina in September and October 2018. We had some bad moments and we could've paid for them. 90'+4' Second Half ends, Northern Ireland 1, Norway 5. The year 2020 has been tough for soccer, but the calendar has no room in it between now and the World Cup. I believe we won't be making mistakes and that we will capitalise on the mistakes the Irish make. Birger Meling (Norway) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. Sky Sports customers can watch in-game goals in the live match blog on the Sky Sports website and app. It would be a big mistake to think that we will win the next match and that everything will play out like in the last two encounters with Northern Ireland. Stewart Robson identifies why Germany's two top-choice centre-backs struggle as part of a back three. Frank Lebeouf can't understand why bookmakers have England at the shortest odds to win Euro 2020 next summer. Time limits and T&Cs apply. The home of Northern Ireland on BBC Sport online. Bosnia and Herzegovina manager Dusan Bajevic: "We have beaten [Northern Ireland] twice, but we gave them a lot of space in those matches. Play for free, entries by 3pm Saturday. vs Northern Ireland. Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Northern Ireland will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Premier League from 7pm; Kick-off at 7.45pm. Watch Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Northern Ireland live on Sky Sports Premier League from 7pm or follow in our dedicated match blog on Sky Sports website and app; Watch in-game goals and free match highlights shortly after full-time. 90'+3' Birger Meling (Norway) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. They lost 2-0 on aggregate to Portugal in November 2009 and again to the Portuguese in November 2011, this time a 6-2 aggregate defeat. Frank Lebeouf can't understand why bookmakers have England at the shortest odds to win Euro 2020 next summer. ", Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough: "There's a definite focus on making sure we are in the final come next month to give ourselves a chance to get to the Euros. They are quick, strong, good at heading, very fast. Bosnia vs Northern Ireland Prediction, Statistics, Preview & Betting Tips Ryan Elliott | 12:36 Wednesday 7th October 2020 Bosnia v Northern Ireland prediction & betting tips brought to you by football expert Ryan Elliott, including an evens shot. How will the battle for players play out? Includes the latest news stories, results, fixtures, video and audio. Former Norwegian international Jan Aage Fjortoft explains what Erling Haaland means to the people of Norway. Tammy Abraham, Ben Chilwell and Jadon Sancho will miss England's friendly on Thursday while they await coronavirus test results. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. Northern Ireland need to be clever in this next 30 minutes and play the game in the right half of the field. Stewart Robson believes France would be a much better side without Olivier Giroud starting up front. Bosnia & Herzegovina v Northern Ireland will take place on Thursday 8th October 2020. Scotland vs Israel goes to extra-time LIVE! Vettel, Hamilton's high hopes for Schumacher debut. Northern Ireland have conceded 11 goals in their last four European Championship qualifiers, one more than in their previous 14 EURO qualifying matches (10). Northern Ireland force extra-time in Bosnia LIVE! Baraclough added that there were "one or two bumps and bruises", but no major issues to worry about. Northern Ireland's only other previous play-off matches in qualifying for a major tournament were in November 2017 against Switzerland, losing 1-0 on aggregate in qualifying for the 2018 World Cup. Team news and stats ahead of Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Northern Ireland in the European Qualifying play-off semi-finals live on Sky Sports (kick-off 7.45pm). Stewart Robson is hard-pressed to find a flaw in Belgium's squad ahead of a clash with England. There is no second leg, and I believe that we will be ready for that and that we will win. More Details. Get a report of the Northern Ireland vs. Norway 2020-21 UEFA Nations League, Group Stage football match. EUROPE UEFA Euro Women - Qualification 202018.09.2020 at 16:00 GMTFaroe Islands W Vs Northern Ireland W (FAR v NOR) Live Free Streaming2021 UEFA Women's Championship Live Football Stream | Faroe Islands W Vs Northern Ireland W (FAR v NOR) Live Free Streaming | UEFA Euro Women Qualification 2020 | Club… Bosnia's Amer Gojak has been directly involved in seven goals in his last four European Championship qualifying matches (4 goals, 3 assists). Min deposit £5 and 1x settled bet requirement to release Bet Credits. Fjortoft: Norway proud to have 'one of the best' in Haaland (1:42), Watch UEFA Nations League on ESPN, ESPN+ (U.S. only). - Watch UEFA Nations League on ESPN, ESPN+ (U.S. only). How will the battle for players play out? Norway beat Northern Ireland 5-1 in their Nations League match on Monday with Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland leading the charge. Steven Davis equalled goalkeeper Pat Jennings' record of 119 caps for Northern Ireland but it was a match to forget for the captain as they dropped to the bottom of the group with no wins following their 1-1 draw with Romania last week. Hosts, dates, qualification, Leicester's Premier League defeat to West Ham on Sunday. Players want to be there. During the brief international break, there is still £250,000 up for grabs with Super 6. Stewart Robson believes France would be a much better side without Olivier Giroud starting up front. "The [Northern] Irish team typically plays in a similar fashion to the English team. Northern Ireland striker Josh Magennis has scored three goals as a substitute in Euro 2020 qualifying, more than any other player, finding the net in three of his last four such appearances as a substitute. Fjortoft: Norway proud to have 'one of the best' in Haaland. Bosnia and Herzegovina Tammy Abraham, Ben Chilwell and Jadon Sancho will miss England's friendly on Thursday while they await coronavirus test results. You have come to the all new Global edition, for other ESPN editions, click here. European Championship Qualifying Path B Play-off Semi-final. Team news and stats ahead of Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Northern Ireland in the European Qualifying play-off semi-finals live on Sky Sports (kick-off 7.45pm). Bosnia have also never progressed in a play-off tie in qualifying for a major tournament, but have a little bit more experience under their belt. (1:42). Haaland then got his second by completing a fine move in which the ball moved up the pitch with precise one-touch passes for the 20-year-old hitman to curl it into the top corner. Both teams look tired. This is a sortable list of all association football matches played by the Republic of Ireland … There was also a 3-1 aggregate loss to the Republic of Ireland - who they could face in the play-off final next month - in November 2015. Bosnia have won just four of their last 14 games in all competitions (D3 L7), losing three of their last five (W1 D1). The result could set up a huge all-Ireland play-off final. 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