Euro 2022: Northern Ireland to face England in first ever major tournament

Northern Ireland's manager Kenny Shiels during the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 draw at O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester. Picture: Nick Potts

Northern Ireland will face hosts England at their first-ever major women’s tournament following Thursday's draw for the 2022 European Championships.

Former Derry City manager Kenny Shiels guided his unfancied side to the showpiece by winning both legs of their play-off against Ukraine, the nation who the Republic were edged out by in their group.