Leicester City defender Jonny Evans is receiving an MBE.
The defender has made over 100 appearances for Northern Ireland.
The 35-year-old said: When I got the letter through the door and it had the Royal seal on the back, I was a bit shocked, but it was also amazing.
It made me feel very proud, especially when I saw that it was in recognition of my contribution to association football in Northern Ireland.
It brought it home that playing more than 100 times for my country, and playing for so long for Northern Ireland, has been so good.
I represented everyone in the country and had many good times along the way."