England v Northern Ireland: Match Library

Match Build-up

• The lessons of history
  ENGLAND: With England and Northern Ireland set to meet in a World Cup Qualifier at Old Trafford, we take a look at the stats.
• Rio's Finals aim
  ENGLAND: Rio Ferdinand insists England are determined to let nothing get in the way of qualifying for the World Cup.
• The Venue: Old Trafford
  THE VENUE: TheFA.com provides you with all you need to know about Old Trafford
• Lions roar in Belfast
  HAVEN'T WE MET BEFORE? The last time England took on Northern Ireland, the Three Lions took all the points.
• A new me
  ENGLAND EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Steven Gerrard says that if England qualify for Germany, the world will see the best of him.
• Sven's half century
  ENGLAND: Sven-Goran Eriksson takes charge of England for the 50th time today knowing he has achieved great things.
• Sanchez names squad
  ENGLAND: Lawrie Sanchez has named his 23-man Northern Ireland squad to face England at Old Trafford on Saturday.
• King of the crop
  ENGLAND: Jermain Defoe believes Spurs teammate Ledley King is emerging as one of the best defenders around.
• Elliott's the man
  ENGLAND: England U21 Coach Peter Taylor has handed Sven some advice before the match against Northern Ireland.
• Advice for travelling fans
  ENGLAND: Advice from the Greater Manchester Police for fans travelling to England v Northern Ireland.
• Kick-off confirmed
  ENGLAND: England's World Cup qualifier against Northern Ireland at Old Trafford in March will kick-off at 3pm.
• New balls for England
  ENGLAND: Sven-Goran Eriksson’s England stars have a new ball to play with this weekend.
• Cole flying high
  ENGLAND: In form midfielder Joe Cole has a different demeanour about him these days, there’s no doubt about it.
• Sven names squad
  ENGLAND: Sven-Goran Eriksson has named a 24-man squad for England's two forthcoming World Cup qualifiers.
• Face to face
  ENGLAND: Sven-Goran Eriksson and Lawrie Sanchez faced the press today ahead of their teams' clash at Old Trafford.
• 'I'm back to my best'
  ENGLAND: David Beckham insists he is back to his best form and ready to lead England to victory over Northern Ireland.
• On familiar ground
  ENGLAND: Rio Ferdinand is looking forward to playing at Old Trafford in the World Cup qualifier against N. Ireland.
• The Opposition: Northern Ireland
  THE OPPOSITION: TheFA.com gives you the lowdown on Northern Ireland.
• Take it to the max
  ENGLAND EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Steven Gerrard wants maximum points as England look to put "one foot" into the World Cup.
• Johnson exits squad
  ENGLAND: Crystal Palace's Andy Johnson has been ruled out of Saturday's World Cup qualifier with an ankle injury.
• Problem left to Cole?
  ENGLAND: Joe Cole is confident he can repeat his superb Chelsea form on England's left flank against N Ireland.
• England too strong
  ENGLAND: Former Northern Ireland international Nigel Worthington is predicting a win for England on Saturday
• When it matters
  ENGLAND: Frank Lampard is determined to erase the painful memories of Euro 2004 with World Cup success next year.
• Sven's dynamic duo
  ENGLAND: England Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson is delighted with the form of midfield duo Joe Cole and Kieron Dyer.
• England v N. Ireland: Ticketing
  ENGLAND: Ticketing details for England's match against Northern Ireland at Old Trafford on 26 March 2005.
• Match Details
  MATCH DETAILS: England v Northern Ireland, World Cup Qualifier, Old Trafford, 26 March 2005.
• Players return to training
  ENGLAND: Sven-Goran Eriksson was boosted by the return of some England players who were rested on Tuesday.

Minute by Minute

• England 4-0 N Ireland
  HOW IT HAPPENED: Sven-Goran Eriksson's England have beaten Northern Ireland 4-0 at Old Trafford.

Match Report

• Lions win with style
  MATCH REPORT: England won Sven's 50th match in charge in style with a 4-0 win over Northern Ireland at Old Trafford.

Post Match Reaction

• 'Time will tell'
  ENGLAND VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Rio Ferdinand talks to TheFA.com about playing at the back with John Terry.
• Wayne's words
  ENGLAND VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Wayne Rooney talks exclusively to TheFA.com. Click here to watch the video.
• 'A professional performance'
  REACTION: Sven-Goran Eriksson hailed England's stars for their professional display in the 4-0 win over N Ireland.
• Gary hails 'natural' Rooney
  ENGLAND VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: Gary Neville says England are blessed to have the natural ability of Wayne Rooney.
• Owen homing in
  REACTION: Michael Owen is already dreaming of equalling Alan Shearer’s goals tally for England against Azerbaijan.
• Left to Cole
  REACTION: Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole hopes he has finally solved Sven-Goran Eriksson's left-sided problems.
• Captain's praise for Cole
  REACTION: David Beckham had nothing but praise for Joe Cole’s contribution to the 4-0 win over Northern Ireland.

Analysis

• Player by player
  ANALYSIS: TheFA.com takes a closer look at the England players involved in the World Cup win over Northern Ireland.

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