Glentoran U16
NIBFA National League U16'sA
Belfast, Northern Ireland
About Nibfa National League
Read more →The Northern Ireland Boys' Football Association (NIBFA) National Youth League is an amateur football league for boys and girls aged 12 to 18. It was established in 2008 and currently has over 140 member clubs.
The league is divided into six age groups: U12, U13, U14, U15, U16, and U18. Each age group has a league table and a cup competition. The league also has a development squad for players aged 16 and 17.
The NIBFA National League is a competitive league with a strong emphasis on development. The league provides a pathway for young players to progress to higher levels of football. Many former players of the league have gone on to play professional football, including Kyle Lafferty, Stuart Dallas, and Conor Washington.
Last updated: Sunday, 30 June 2024
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