Conor Bradley will captain Northern Ireland against Bulgaria on Tuesday and his hoping his impressive exploits at international level can help win more game time at Liverpool

Liverpool rising star Conor Bradley has been named captain of Northern Ireland(Image: Liam McBurney/PA Wire.)

Conor Bradley will lead out Northern Ireland against Bulgaria on Tuesday night hoping his impressive performances for his country can help him earn more playing time at Liverpool.

The 21-year-old will take the captain's armband again when Michael O'Neill's side host Bulgaria, getting to do so in front of supporters for the first time after Saturday's 0-0 draw against Belarus was played behind closed doors in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary.

It will be another proud moment for the Castlederg-born player, with his mum and sister due to be among the crowd at Windsor Park.

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"Everyone knows how much I love coming away and playing with the boys, I just really enjoy it," Bradley said.

I really love coming away and getting games...

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"I think (captaining Northern Ireland) can only help me.

His selection as captain for the two fixtures over the current international break reflects the rapid rise he has already made to become one of Northern Ireland's most important players.

"I always try to focus on what's next," said Bradley, who has made one start and five appearances off the bench for new Reds boss Arne Slot.

So I just try to keep going and keep working hard every day, make sure I do the same things and hopefully I'll just keep going.

"I think (playing for Northern Ireland) just improves me.

We have to learn how to keep clean sheets and win games when we go away from home.

"It is different, but I really do enjoy the challenge every time I come away, and I relish being able to play two games for my country."

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While vital to Northern Ireland, Bradley is still trying to force his way into a talent-packed Liverpool side, easier said than done when up against Trent Alexander-Arnold for selection.

"Obviously I am still young, I'm not the complete player," Bradley said.