Summary
Josh Magennis, a football striker, has been added back to the Northern Ireland squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying matches. He has not played for the team since November 2024. Northern Ireland will play Slovakia and Germany this month during the qualifiers.
Key Facts
- Josh Magennis is 35 years old and has scored 12 goals in 82 international matches.
- He last played for Northern Ireland in November 2024.
- Northern Ireland will play Slovakia on October 10 and Germany on October 13 at Windsor Park.
- Several players are returning from injury, including Dan Ballard and Conor Hazard.
- Ross McCausland, on loan to Aris Limassol, is also back in the squad.
- Goalkeeper Pierce Charles is out due to a shoulder injury.
- Northern Ireland aims to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in Canada, USA, and Mexico.
- The top team in their group qualifies automatically for the World Cup, while those in second and possibly lower positions may compete in play-offs.
