Irish FA

Promoting, fostering and developing football in Northern Ireland since 1880. From grassroots to greatness.

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Our Youth Football Framework ensures there’s an opportunity for everyone to play 🙌

Hear about how our 5v5 format for U8s and U9s creates a positive, inclusive environment where children can enjoy football, develop their skills and play with confidence 👏🏻

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At the eleventh hour, on the eleventh day, of the eleventh month.

We pause to remember those who served and sacrificed their lives.

We will remember them.

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We are saddened to learn of the passing of Roy Kitson, a Life Member of the Irish FA, former President of the Northern Ireland Schoolboy Football Association and representative of the County Antrim FA.

Roy made a valued contribution to football in Northern Ireland and will be fondly remembered by many across the game.

Our sincere condolences to his family and friends at this time.

[Women's Aid NI @WomensAidNI]

Great event tonight with @belfastcc Power of Sport in Ending Violence Against Women & Girls. Event highlighted Role of Sport Exploring how sports clubs & coaches can help promote respect, challenge harmful attitudes & foster safe, inclusive environments @IrishFA @leahmccourtmma

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'A Practical Guide to Sports Socials' Online Webinar📱

📅 Wed 18th Nov 2026
⏰ 7pm - 8pm

Join Ulster GAA, @UlsterRugby and @IrishFA (Through Sport: A Home for Lifelong Volunteering) for a free online webinar on mastering club social media 💻

What you’ll learn:
▪️ Best practices for managing club platforms
▪️Creating engaging content and promoting activities
▪️Building a positive, professional online presence

Ideal for all club volunteers handling communications or looking to boost their club's digital engagement.

Sign up free
👉 https://t.co/EmNFYjDRP2

@CommunitiesNI

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🗣️ Hear from some of our Inspire Programme participants as they are the first cohort to complete the course 🙌

@FIFAcom | #TogetherWeThrive

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As we observe today's two-minute silence at 11am, we remember those who served and sacrificed their lives, including members of our football family who never returned from conflict.

🔗 https://t.co/wBmWzVreL0

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We will remember them.

Earlier this week, the Irish FA held its annual Act of Remembrance at the Clearer Twist National Stadium at Windsor Park.

Led by Irish FA President Colin McKendry and chaplain Pastor Richard Donnan, the service brought together Council, Board and staff members, alongside representatives of the @AoNISC_Travel, whose Chairman Gary McAllister laid a wreath on behalf of @NorthernIreland supporters 💚🤍

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📣 @fonacabbelfast Craig Stanfield Junior Cup third round is played today 🏆

Fixtures 🔗 https://t.co/nq50g4Mp5H

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The final match also marked a special milestone for manager Harry McConkey, who celebrated his 50th game in charge in the competition! 👏

A huge thank you to Modern Tyres, EXI-TITE and TeamFeePay, who came on board as sponsors for the campaign. Their support helps provide opportunities for local players to represent Northern Ireland on the European stage.

https://t.co/qpKFXmfWQc

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A memorable UEFA Regions' Cup campaign for Northern Ireland's junior international team in Albania! 👏

Represented by Eastern Region, the squad finished with four points from three matches, including a 2-2 draw with Slovakia and an impressive 5-0 victory over hosts Albania to round off the tournament.

https://t.co/FZ9iS45bEU

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The JD National Academy. Building players today, for the opportunities of tomorrow.

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We’re delighted to donate caps to Cancer Fund for Children, supporting the amazing work they do for children and families affected by cancer 🧢 💛 #TogetherWeThrive #GAWAforGood

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Read more 🔗 📝 https://t.co/mkvnOy0p8l

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A fantastic experience for our @NorthernIreland U15s in Baku 👏

Four wins from four in the group stage before finishing 27th out of 189 nations at the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival.

A brilliant achievement and experience for the players and staff 💚🤍 #GAWA #U15s

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Celebrating our grassroots heroes! 🏆

A look back at the 2026 @McDonaldsUK Irish FA Grassroots Football Awards, recognising the clubs, coaches and volunteers making a difference across Northern Ireland.

Congratulations to all our winners and finalists! 👏

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A 7-5 win for our @NorthernIreland U15s this morning against Angola 👏

Their involvement in the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival continues when they play South Korea today at 2:15pm.

Watch live on FIFA+ via DAZN 💻 #GAWA #U15s

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📣 The draw for the Third Round of the 2026/27 Taka Harry Cavan Youth Cup has been made 🏆

Full draw here 📝🔗 https://t.co/lBM6qsIRVA

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Two games for our @NorthernIreland U15s at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival today 🏆

A 1-1 draw with Venezuela before defeat on penalties, followed by a narrow 3-2 loss to the Republic of Ireland.

Michael Mulholland scored all four goals ⚽️ #GAWA #U15s

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Proud of our Northern Ireland team at the @UEFA Refugee Unity Cup 👏 A fantastic tournament celebrating teamwork, unity and the power of football ⚽️ #FootballForAll