Northern Ireland, Guinea, Michael O’Neill, Tom Atcheson
4 June 2026
Northern Ireland beat Guinea 1-0 in a friendly in La Linea, with Tom Atcheson scoring before being sent off. Michael O’Neill’s young side held firm despite playing the final 25 minutes with 10 men.
Kieran Morrison and Ceadach O’Neill made senior debuts as Northern Ireland continued blooding younger players. Luke Southwood helped protect the lead late on, giving the team momentum before facing France in their next test.