Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill "delighted" for match-winner Paddy McNair
Paddy McNair scored in the 85th minute to earn victory against Belarus.
Jun 11, 22:25
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
O'Neill watching Northern Ireland's young guns grow up in Euro 2020 qualifiers
Players who cut their teeth in the dismal Nations League campaign last year are now delivering results.
Jun 11, 03:30
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
O'Neill wants Northern Ireland to pile pressure on Holland with win in Belarus
Victory for the Green and White would put them on 12 points from four games.
Jun 10, 17:56
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
5 talking points ahead of Belarus v Northern Ireland
Michael O'Neill's side have the chance to win four consecutive qualifying games at the start of a campaign for the first time.
Jun 10, 17:45
 Germany's Leroy Sane celebrates his goal against Netherlands in their Euro 2020 qualifier on March 24, 2019
Preview:Germany vs. Estonia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Euro 2020 qualifier between Germany and Estonia, including team news and predicted lineups.
Jun 9, 18:01
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill talks up Northern Ireland's character after comeback win
O'Neill's side were 1-0 down heading into the final 13 minutes.
Jun 9, 09:00
 Northern Ireland's Josh Magennis celebrates scoring their second goal against Estonia with teammates on June 8, 2019
O'Neill praises Northern Ireland substitutes for rescuing Estonia win
Conor Washington and Josh Magennis scored goals from the bench in Tallinn.
Jun 8, 20:24
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
O'Neill seeking cure for Northern Irish travel sickness
Northern Ireland face Estonia on Saturday in Tallinn and Belarus in Borisov on Monday.
Jun 7, 16:44
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Oxford midfielder Mark Sykes earns maiden Northern Ireland call-up
Sykes, 21, and Hearts defender Michael Smith have been added to Michael O'Neill's squad.
May 30, 10:56
 Scotland head coach Alex McLeish reacts during his side's defeat to Kazakhstan on March 21, 2019
New Scotland boss - the runners and riders
The Scottish Football Association are looking for a new manager.
Apr 18, 13:04
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill eyes away success after back-to-back home wins
Northern Ireland have six points from six
Mar 25, 13:21
 Josh Magennis celebrates scoring for Northern Ireland on March 24, 2019
Michael O'Neill praises "invaluable" Josh Magennis after late winner for Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland were in danger of dropping two points in a game O'Neill had identified as must-win until Magennis struck three minutes from time.
Mar 25, 04:34
 Josh Magennis celebrates scoring for Northern Ireland on March 24, 2019
Late Magennis strike sees Northern Ireland past Belarus for 100% start
Michael O'Neill's men have now won two out of two in Euro 2020 qualifying.
Mar 25, 04:28
 Jamal Lewis in action for Northern Ireland on March 21, 2019
Jamal Lewis never considered swapping Northern Ireland for England
The left-back has won six caps.
Mar 24, 04:25
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill looking to "build" on Estonia win
Thursday's win was Northern Ireland's first competitive victory since they beat the Czech Republic in September 2017.
Mar 23, 16:01
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill: 'Northern Ireland must build on good start'
O'Neill's side are in a tough Euro 2020 qualifying group.
Mar 22, 09:04
 Northern Ireland's Niall McGinn celebrates scoring their first goal against Estonia on March 21, 2019
Northern Ireland begin qualifying campaign with win over Estonia
Niall McGinn and Steven Davis on target at Windsor Park.
Mar 21, 22:01
 Stuart Dallas in action for Northern Ireland in November 2018
Stuart Dallas: Northern Ireland have "confidence" despite tough group
Northern Ireland take on Estonia and Belarus before facing Germany and Holland.
Mar 21, 09:02
 Steven Davis in action for Northern Ireland on September 11, 2018
Northern Ireland begin Euro 2020 qualification - the key talking points
Northern Ireland begin their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign this week with back-to-back home games.
Mar 20, 16:08
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill targets strong start for Northern Ireland
The games at Windsor Park on Thursday and Sunday are the most winnable of the eight fixtures facing Northern Ireland.
Mar 20, 16:01
 Steve Harper pictured in January 2016
Steve Harper praises "outstanding" Northern Ireland goalkeepers
The former Newcastle goalkeeper is the new goalkeeping coach for Michael O'Neill's side.
Mar 19, 17:36
 Will Grigg in action for Wigan Athletic on May 5, 2018
Grigg returns as Arsenal defender Ballard wins first Northern Ireland call-up
Striker Grigg missed clashes with Republic of Ireland and Austria in November.
Mar 12, 12:25
 Gavin Whyte in action for Northern Ireland on September 11, 2018
Footballer Gavin Whyte rapped for 'clearly unacceptable' behaviour in lewd video
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill and the player's club, Oxford United, have both criticised the 22-year-old forward's conduct.
Jan 15, 10:41
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Michael O'Neill urges Northern Ireland to forget the Nations League
O'Neill's side conceded a last-minute winner to Austria to finish the Nations League without a single point.
Nov 18, 21:19
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill sets his sights on Euro 2020 qualifiers
O'Neill's side are back in Nations League action on Sunday.
Nov 16, 10:40
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
5 talking points ahead of Northern Ireland's trip to Dublin
Both sides are in need of a confidence-boosting result.
Nov 14, 15:47
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland on October 12, 2018
Millwall's Ferguson grateful for Northern Ireland boss O'Neill's guidance
The 27-year-old has won back his club place after guidance from his national team manager.
Nov 13, 15:35
 Martin O'Neill in charge of the Republic of Ireland on September 6, 2018
5 talking points ahead of Republic of Ireland v Northern Ireland
The clash with Michael O'Neill's side will serve in part as preparation for Monday night's concluding Nations League B, Group 4 trip to Denmark.
Nov 13, 12:19
 Chris Brunt in action for Northern Ireland during the World Cup qualifiers on September 4, 2017
Chris Brunt retires from Northern Ireland duty
West Bromwich Albion midfielder Chris Brunt retires from international duty with Northern Ireland.
Aug 21, 13:37
 Sunderland's Paddy McNair celebrates scoring against Reading on April 14, 2018
Report: Sunderland midfielder Paddy McNair agrees Middlesbrough personal terms
Sunderland midfielder Paddy McNair is on the verge of moving to Middlesbrough after agreeing personal terms with the Championship side, according to a report.
Jun 24, 15:45
 Costa Rica's Joel Campbell celebrates scoring during his side's international friendly with Northern Ireland on June 3, 2018
Costa Rica cruise past Northern Ireland
Costa Rica cruise to a 3-0 win over Northern Ireland in their final home match before the 2018 World Cup, with Arsenal's Joel Campbell among the scorers.
Jun 3, 19:02
 Jonny Evans in action for the doomed West Bromwich Albion on January 27, 2018
Michael O'Neill expects Jonny Evans to leave West Bromwich Albion
Jonny Evans is likely to leave West Bromwich Abion this summer and could join a top-six Premier League side, according to Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill.
Jun 2, 16:08
 Aaron Hughes in action for Northern Ireland at Euro 2016
Michael O'Neill: 'I hope Aaron Hughes does not retire this summer'
Michael O'Neill will respect whatever decision Aaron Hughes makes on his potential retirement, but hopes that Sunday is not the 38-year-old's final game for Northern Ireland.
Jun 2, 13:54
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland in June 2016
Michael O'Neill talks up Paul Smyth potential after debut goal
Michael O'Neill challenges Paul Smyth to 'continue working hard' in order to ensure that he builds on his goalscoring debut for Northern Ireland.
Mar 24, 20:20
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland in June 2016
Late Paul Smyth strike helps Northern Ireland see off South Korea
A late goal from Queens Park Rangers forward Paul Smyth helps Northern Ireland run out 2-1 winners over South Korea in Saturday's friendly at Windsor Park.
Mar 24, 15:56
 Michael O'Neill in charge of Northern Ireland in June 2016
Three more players pull out of Northern Ireland duty due to injury
Leeds United midfielder Stuart Dallas is one of three players to withdraw from Northern Ireland's squad for Saturday's home friendly against South Korea.
Mar 22, 17:08
 Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish 'honoured' to be named Scotland boss for second time
New Scotland manager Alex McLeish insists that he is "relishing the challenge" of guiding his national side to the Euro 2020 finals.
Feb 16, 11:47
 Alex McLeish
Scottish Football Association to appoint Alex McLeish on Friday
Alex McLeish is to take charge of Scotland for a second time, with an announcement set to be made by the Scottish Football Association on Friday.
Feb 15, 18:52
 Alex McLeish
Report: Alex McLeish in Scotland talks over managerial vacancy
Former Birmingham City and Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish is reportedly the frontrunner to succeed Gordon Strachan as Scotland manager after holding talks with the SFA.
Feb 14, 12:18
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Michael O'Neill pens contract extension with Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill extends his contract through until 2024 after turning down the chance to manage Scotland.
Feb 9, 11:03
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