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IT’S KICK-OFF TIME FOR EDUCATION AND HERITAGE

The Irish Football Association’s new Education and Heritage Centre has been officially opened.

Pat Jenning featuring his

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill and Northern Ireland goalkeeping legend Pat Jennings cut the ribbon at the new Education and Heritage Centre.

at the National Football Stadium presents a fantastic opportunity for the Irish Football Association to showcase much of the 136-year history of the game here. “From the Irish Challenge Cup and its first winners Moyola Park FC through to the present day and the exploits of our national team at Euro 2016, there is nostalgic coverage. The British Championship Trophy has remained in Northern Ireland’s possession as we were the last winners in 1984 and it is on display. “I would urge our fans, and even those with just a passing interest in the game, to visit the centre. I am confident they will be impressed.”

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill and Northern Ireland goalkeeping legend Pat Jennings cut the ribbon at the centre within the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast. The facility tells the unique story of Northern Ireland football using a variety of media, interactive displays and key artefacts from the 1880s to the present day. Visitors are able to relive the atmosphere of famous nights, gain insights into the drama on and off the pitch and feel the rush of emotions shared by everyone inside the stadium - win, lose or draw. Irish FA President David Martin said: “The creation of our Education and Heritage Centre

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