NI debut 'something I thought had passed' - Elmore

Northern Ireland suffered a 4-0 defeat against Portugal, a result that all but ends their World Cup qualification hopes. Despite the heavy loss and the effectively dashed tournament ambitions, the match marked a significant milestone for player Kess Elmore.

For Elmore, the fixture served as a long-awaited international debut for Northern Ireland. The milestone carried added personal resonance, as the player admitted that making the international debut was an opportunity she had previously thought had passed her by.