Northern Ireland women's national team defender Rebecca McKenna says the squad remains hungry for success five years after qualifying for Euro 2022. The 2021 victory over Ukraine secured the nation's first appearance at a major women's tournament. McKenna told the Irish FA that the achievement remains a significant milestone for the group.
The defender, who currently plays for Birmingham City, believes the experience gained from that historic qualification period continues to motivate the squad. Northern Ireland are currently participating in their Euro 2025 qualifying campaign. According to the Irish FA, the players are focused on maintaining their momentum to secure a place at the upcoming finals in Switzerland.
McKenna noted the squad has evolved since 2021 but retains the same desire to compete at the highest level. The team faces a challenging qualifying group but aims to build on recent performances. Per Sky Sports, Northern Ireland have seen increased professional development within their ranks since their debut major tournament appearance four years ago.
