Finland square off against Northern Ireland on Friday knowing that they are already out of reach of a top-two spot in Group H.
While the home side are already assured of a playoff place through their UEFA Nations League performances, Northern Ireland have been eliminated from Euro 2024 qualifying.
Instead, a three-match losing run has left Markku Kanerva's team out of the running for the top two, with games being lost against each of the teams above them.
Despite having the backup of a playoff place, Kanerva will be disappointed with their results versus Denmark, Slovenia and Kazakhstan, scoring just one goal in the process.
Nevertheless, fixtures against Northern Ireland and San Marino provide Finland with an opportunity to rediscover some form in the final third.
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