France vs Northern Ireland - Friendly International

France Seek Redemption Against Plucky Northern Ireland

France host Northern Ireland in a friendly at Stade Pierre-Mauroy looking to bounce back from a surprise 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast. Northern Ireland arrive with confidence after going unbeaten in two, and will look to frustrate one of world football's glamour sides on a big European stage.

• •France are seeking a response after their surprise 2-1 friendly defeat to Ivory Coast, making this more than a routine warm-up fixture for Les Bleus.
• •Northern Ireland arrive unbeaten in their last two outings — a 1-0 win over Guinea and a 1-1 draw with Wales — giving them real confidence to test France's defence.