Northern Ireland Legends Steven Davis & Stuart Dallas Earn Hall of Fame Honors

Steven Davis and Stuart Dallas, two of Northern Ireland's most celebrated footballers, will be inducted into the prestigious Malcolm Brodie Hall of Fame in May.

Northern Ireland Football Icons to Receive Prestigious Honor

Former Northern Ireland internationals Steven Davis and Stuart Dallas will be officially inducted into the Malcolm Brodie Northern Ireland Hall of Fame on May 4th, 2024. The ceremony will take place during the Northern Ireland Football Writers' Association (NIFWA) annual awards, recognizing their outstanding contributions to the nation's football history.

Record-Breaking Legacy of Steven Davis

  • 140 international caps (Northern Ireland all-time record holder)
  • Captain during Euro 2016 campaign (Northern Ireland's first major tournament in 30 years)
  • Club career includes Aston Villa, Fulham, Southampton, and Rangers

Davis expressed his gratitude:

"It's an incredible honor to join legends like George Best in the Hall of Fame. Representing Northern Ireland was always my proudest achievement."

Stuart Dallas's Remarkable Journey

  • 62 international appearances between 2011-2022
  • Double NIFWA Award winner (2011 Player & Young Player of the Year)
  • Key player for Leeds United during their Premier League return

Dallas reflected:

"From winning awards with Crusaders to this Hall of Fame recognition, it's been an unforgettable journey representing our passionate fans."

About the Malcolm Brodie Hall of Fame

Named after the legendary Belfast Telegraph journalist who covered:

  • 14 World Cup tournaments
  • Northern Ireland football for over 60 years
  • Served as NIFWA president until his passing in 2013

The induction ceremony will celebrate both players' careers while honoring Brodie's immense contribution to chronicling Northern Ireland's football heritage.

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