The Irish Football Association

The Irish Football Association The Irish Football Association (Irish FA) is the governing body for football in Northern Ireland and the fourth oldest governing body in the world.

Promoting, fostering and developing football in Northern Ireland since 1880. From grassroots to greatness.

European nights await ✨The draws have been made and NI Football League clubs now know their opening opponents in UEFA co...
17/06/2026

European nights await ✨

The draws have been made and NI Football League clubs now know their opening opponents in UEFA competition for the 2026/27 season.

πŸ† Larne Football Club v Tre Fiori
πŸ† Coleraine FC v HJK Helsinki
πŸ† Linfield Football Club (Official) v NΓ΅mme Kalju
πŸ† Glentoran v RFS

Best of luck to all four clubs as they represent Northern Ireland on the European stage this summer πŸ‘

A great day at our Disney Playmakers Festival 🌟It was amazing to see so many girls having fun, making new friends and bu...
17/06/2026

A great day at our Disney Playmakers Festival 🌟

It was amazing to see so many girls having fun, making new friends and building confidence through football πŸ™Œ

The draw has been made for the second round of the Women's Challenge Cup πŸ†πŸ“… All ties are scheduled to be played on Frida...
16/06/2026

The draw has been made for the second round of the Women's Challenge Cup πŸ†

πŸ“… All ties are scheduled to be played on Friday 17 July 2026 ⏱️ Kick-off: 7:30pm

Get full fixtures ➑️ tinyurl.com/299jubbw

Creating safer communities through the power of football ⚽The Fair Game programme, launched last year by the Irish FA Fo...
16/06/2026

Creating safer communities through the power of football ⚽

The Fair Game programme, launched last year by the Irish FA Foundation in partnership with the Police Service of Northern Ireland and Women's Aid, is engaging young men in important conversations about respect, healthy relationships, accountability and positive masculinity.

Together, we're using the power of sport to help end violence against women and girls across Northern Ireland and create lasting positive change in our communities πŸ‘πŸ»

This year's schools cup brought together a fantastic group of schools for an inclusive and enjoyable football experience...
15/06/2026

This year's schools cup brought together a fantastic group of schools for an inclusive and enjoyable football experience for all participants πŸ‘

With strong involvement across all age groups, the event celebrated participation, teamwork and sportsmanship, with every player recognised for their efforts πŸ†

The Women's Challenge Cup is back πŸ†The opening round delivered 29 goals across four ties, with Ballymena United Women, M...
15/06/2026

The Women's Challenge Cup is back πŸ†

The opening round delivered 29 goals across four ties, with Ballymena United Women, Maiden City Ladies, Craigavon City Ladies and Bangor Ladies all progressing to Round Two.

⚽ Ballyclare Comrades Ladies 2-3 Ballymena United Women
⚽ Limavady United Ladies 0-9 Maiden City Ladies
⚽ Omagh Town Ladies 1-12 Craigavon City Ladies
⚽ Strabane Athletic Ladies 2-3 Bangor Ladies

Congratulations to everyone from across the Northern Ireland football community recognised in His Majesty The King's Bir...
13/06/2026

Congratulations to everyone from across the Northern Ireland football community recognised in His Majesty The King's Birthday Honours List 2026.

Among those honoured are Helen Kirkpatrick OBE, Trevor Annon MBE, Alan Crooks MBE, Stephen Watson MBE and Stewart Smallwood BEM.

A well-deserved recognition of their contribution to football and wider society.

Read more ⬇️

Several figures from across the Northern Ireland football community have been recognised in His Majesty The King's Birthday Honours List 2026.

13/06/2026

Time is flying by ⏳Book your child’s place for our M&S Food Summer camps now πŸ™Œ

The SBYL junior section continued to grow in 2026, with 26 clubs and 42 junior teams involved πŸ‘πŸ»The junior festival brou...
12/06/2026

The SBYL junior section continued to grow in 2026, with 26 clubs and 42 junior teams involved πŸ‘πŸ»

The junior festival brought players together from across the league for a brilliant celebration of football, fun and development πŸ†βš½

πŸ† The Women’s Challenge Cup first round fixtures kick off this evening πŸ™ŒCheck out all the fixtures here πŸ”— tinyurl.com/yc...
12/06/2026

πŸ† The Women’s Challenge Cup first round fixtures kick off this evening πŸ™Œ

Check out all the fixtures here πŸ”— tinyurl.com/ycymn5bu

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