Can Northern Ireland creep up the Group C rankings when they meet San Marino in the latest round of World Cup 2018 qualifiers?

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The NI team enjoyed a good Euro 2016, and drew against Czech Republic in September. Martin O'Neill's side can also take comfort from the fact that San Marino have failed to win a single one of their World Cup qualifiers, losing 55 and drawing two (including 20 matches against the home nations).

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But while they have every right to feel confident in their clash with San Marino, tougher times are surely in store when they meet Germany next week.

When is kick-off? 7.45pm on Saturday 8 October

How can I watch the game? Coverage of Northern Ireland v San Marino starts at 7.30pm on Sky Sports 5

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Jessica Bateman
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