McArdle finds positives as Northern Ireland lose Portugal tie
Northern Ireland's women lost 7-1 on aggregate to Portugal in their play-off, but manager Michael McArdle saw encouraging signs. Kess Elmore scored on her debut in the second leg, which Portugal won 3-1, as McArdle gave four players their first caps. McArdle said the camp marked the beginning of a new identity despite missing several experienced players.
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