Northern Ireland midfielder Megan Bell said she is "really delighted" that uncapped Linfield striker Cora Chambers has been included in the squad for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers against Malta. "Cora coming in, she deserves her chance," Bell told BBC Sport NI about her Linfield team-mate. Since those matches, McArdle has been announced as the new permanent NI boss following Kris Lindsay's spell as interim manager. The 46-year-old has previously managed Scotland on an interim basis during their first four Nations League A games last year. "We are really looking forward to the games, home and away.

Source: BBC April 11, 2026 11:37 UTC