"Northern Ireland finish their Group A campaign at Windsor Park on Monday, aiming to close out World Cup qualifying with a third win of the section. Michael O'Neill's side cannot move from third place but have already secured a route into the World Cup play-offs via the Nations League, so there is still something tangible to play for. Luxembourg arrive at the foot of the table searching for their first point of the campaign after five straight defeats."
"Northern Ireland will be without Dan Ballard (suspended) and George Saville (accumulated bookings). Ciaron Brown is likely to come into the defence alongside Paddy McNair and Ruairi McConville. Conor Bradley should retain his place in midfield; Shea Charles and Ali McCann remain sidelined. Luxembourg will again depend on Danel Sinani for goals, with Aiman Dardari providing support in the final third. Olivier Thill should keep his place after a strong showing versus Germany. Left-back Florian Bohnert is suspended."
Northern Ireland finish their Group A campaign at Windsor Park aiming to close World Cup qualifying with a third win. O'Neill's side cannot move from third but have secured a play-off place via the Nations League. Luxembourg sit bottom after five straight defeats and search for their first point. Northern Ireland hold the better head-to-head record and home advantage, which should give them the edge. Expect a disciplined, patient Northern Ireland side attempting to break down a compact Luxembourg defence. Northern Ireland will miss Dan Ballard and George Saville. Luxembourg will rely on Danel Sinani and Aiman Dardari. Kick-off 19:45 UK on BBC Three and iPlayer.
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