7 contenders to replace Alex McLeish as Scotland boss
Scotland boss Alex McLeish has been relieved of his duties following a meeting of the Scottish Football Association’s board.
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Football legends launch coaching scheme to encourage new players into the game
Two Northern Ireland football legends have launched a new coaching scheme to encourage the next generation of stars to play for fun.
Northern Ireland manager O’Neill condemns ‘mindless idiots’ over sectarian song
Northern Ireland’s football manager has branded those captured in an online video singing a sectarian song as “mindless idiots”.
O’Neill eager to win on the road after solid start at home
Michael O’Neill will challenge his Northern Ireland players to replicate their Euro 2020 qualifying victories over Estonia and Belarus when they travel to face them away from home in June.
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill hails match-winner Josh Magennis
Michael O’Neill hailed Josh Magennis after the Bolton forward’s late goal lifted Northern Ireland to a 2-1 win over Belarus and top spot in Group C of the Euro 2020 qualifiers.
Magennis nets late winner as Northern Ireland down Belarus
Josh Magennis’ late goal saw Northern Ireland make it two wins out of two in Euro 2020 qualifying with a 2-1 victory over Belarus.
Jamal Lewis was always fully committed to Northern Ireland
Jamal Lewis has no regrets over his decision to play for Northern Ireland, insisting he never contemplated a Declan Rice-style switch once he had played his first match in a green shirt.
Northern Ireland boss O’Neill hails coming of age win
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill believes their Euro 2020 qualifier win over Estonia was a coming-of-age moment for his side’s younger players before they look to repeat the trick against Belarus on Sunday.
Michael O’Neill wants more of the same against Belarus
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill believes their Euro 2020 qualifier win over Estonia was a coming-of-age moment for his side’s younger players before they look to repeat the trick against Belarus on Sunday.
Michael O’Neill knows Northern Ireland need to make the most of promising start
Michael O’Neill was not getting carried away after his Northern Ireland side beat Estonia 2-0 at Windsor Park to end their long wait for a competitive victory.
Northern Ireland up and running with qualifying win over Estonia
Northern Ireland delivered the victory manager Michael O’Neill had called essential as they saw off Estonia 2-0 in their opening Euro 2020 qualifier at Windsor Park.
Stuart Dallas wants Northern Ireland to gain early momentum
Stuart Dallas believes that the draw may have been harsh but the fixture list has been kind to Northern Ireland as they begin their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign this week.
Northern Ireland boss O’Neill wants two ‘essential’ wins
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has told his players this week’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Estonia and Belarus are “essential” to their hopes of navigating a tough group.
5 talking points ahead of Northern Ireland v Estonia
Northern Ireland will begin their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign this week with back-to-back home games against Estonia and Belarus.
Northern Ireland boss O’Neill wants two ‘essential’ wins
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has told his players this week’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Estonia and Belarus are “essential” to their hopes of navigating a tough group.
Steve Harper impressed with Northern Ireland goalkeepers after starting new job
Steve Harper is excited by the potential of Northern Ireland’s goalkeepers after getting his first taste of his new coaching role.
Grigg returns as Arsenal defender Ballard wins first Northern Ireland call-up
Strikers Will Grigg and Conor Washington are back and there is a first call-up for Arsenal Under-23s defender Daniel Ballard in the Northern Ireland squad for this month’s Euro 2020 qualifiers against Estonia and Belarus.
McGinn says Aberdeen return sharpened him up for surprise Northern Ireland recall
Returning to Aberdeen has elevated winger Niall McGinn back into the international reckoning –and he aims to shine for the Dons to stay there.
Flanagan recalled by Northern Ireland
Sunderland defender Tom Flanagan has been recalled to Northern Ireland’s senior squad for their UEFA Nations League double-header.
Michael O’Neill turns down Scotland national team job
Michael O'Neill has turned down the opportunity to take over as Scotland boss.
Willie Miller: SFA should tread carefully with O’Neill deal
My view on the Scotland manager’s job is the same, whether it goes to Michael O’Neill or Jose Mourinho – it should be a two-year contract.
Ex-boss Brown convinced over O’Neill pedigree as SFA makes move to secure him as manager
The Scottish FA have informed the Northern Irish FA they are ready to pay the £500,000 compensation required to secure Michael O’Neill as Gordon Strachan’s successor.
SFA approach Northern Ireland to speak to Michael O’Neill over manager vacancy – reports
The Scottish Football Association has asked Northern Irish football's governing body if they can speak to Michael O'Neill regarding the vacant Scots manager job, according to reports.
Set for Scotland? O’Neill to take his time ahead of deciding future with N Ireland
Michael O’Neill will take time to ponder his future after seeing Northern Ireland miss out on their first World Cup since 1986 in heartbreaking fashion.
Willie Miller: There’s no hiding place for whoever gets the Scotland job next … failure should lead to axe
Whoever is given the Scotland job, they should be appointed on the proviso it’s a qualify or you’re out gig.
Danielle Lloyd feared for baby’s life when he got stuck during labour
Model Danielle Lloyd has told of the horrifying moment she thought her new baby would not be able to breathe when he became stuck during labour.
Michael O’Neill: I told Liam Boyce to dodge Dons move
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill advised striker Liam Boyce to join Burton rather than Aberdeen, describing the English second tier as "a higher level".