The 2006 win over Spain at Windsor Park lives long in the former captain's memory
September 6, 2006, is a night which still lives long in the memory of Steven Davis . A year after Northern Ireland's stunning 1-0 win over England at Windsor Park they went one better, humbling a Spain team packed with the likes of Puyol, Alonso, Xavi, Torres and Raul.
“I remember the two games, playing away we only lost 1-0 but got battered for 90 minutes and ran around after the ball," he said. “But Spain at home is one that will live long in the memory. It was an incredible night, and we were thankful for Sir David! Read next: Matthew Shevlin makes 'right decision' to hand Coleraine major boost ahead of new season
That win was only Northern Ireland's second over the Spanish in 18 attempts. The other victory was also a significant one as Billy Bingham's men defeated the home nation at the 1982 World Cup thanks to Gerry Armstrong's legendary strike in Valencia. “I think it’s a great game for them and I'm sure they'll all be looking forward to it because you want to be playing against the best and test yourself against the best," he said. "Coming off the back of the March trip where we got a couple of good results and off the back of Denmark before that, the squad’s in a good place.
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