Demi Vance, a 33-year-old defender for Glentoran, expressed her eagerness to rejoin the Northern Ireland national team, having not played since the October Euro 2025 play-off. With 95 caps, her experience is considerable, particularly after competing in Euro 2022, Northern Ireland's first major women's tournament. Vance highlighted her consistent performances and readiness to play, indicating her commitment to the team under manager Tanya Oxtoby, who is integrating younger players. Although Vance was left out for the Croatia match, she remains confident and determined to earn her place back.
My performances haven't been disappointing. On a personal level, I've been playing well and I was consistent at the end of last season even though we had a disappointing campaign.
Playing for Northern Ireland is the most important thing you can do. I'm fit and ready to play. My confidence is good at the minute so we'll see how we go.
The door will remain open for the pair but NI had a great squad composition as she integrated youth into her set-up.
It's at the manager's discretion but I'll always be fit, ready and available to play. I've sacrificed so much to play for Northern Ireland.
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