Bolton striker Dion Charles has told Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough he is ready to step up and help solve the nation’s scoring problem. With their 14-match winless run in the Nations League putting pressure on manager Baraclough, Northern Ireland need to find solutions both in Belfast this weekend and in Tuesday’s match away to group leaders Greece. Charles is yet to break his international duck in 11 appearances for Northern Ireland, all as a substitute, but after scoring four goals in eight games for Bolton this season the 26-year-old has reported for duty full of confidence. “I had a conversation with Ian to let him know I am ready when called upon,” Charles said. “Everywhere I’ve been, I’ve pretty much played every game.

Source: The Herald September 21, 2022 21:48 UTC