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Ladislav Krejci of Czech Republic (L) and Steven Davis in battle

Steven Davis says North were 'let off the hook'

Steven Davis conceded Northern Ireland may have been "let off the hook" having earned a point in Prague at the start of the 2018 World Cup qualification process.

Soccer • 06 Sep 16

Michael O'Neill and Liam Brady discuss Manchester City

How will Man City fare under Pep?

Manchester City had a comfortable 6-0 aggregate win over Steaua Bucharest in the Champions League but how will they fare in Pep Guardiola's first season in charge?

Soccer • 24 Aug 16

Ward says N Ireland deserves more recognition

Jamie Ward believes Northern Ireland deserves more recognition for its sporting achievements as the football team returned home from Euro 2016 to a hero's reception on Monday.

Euro 2016 • 28 Jun 16

Michael O'Neill wants his team to play with emotion

O'Neill expects 'cup-tie' mood against Wales

Michael O'Neill claims Northern Ireland and Wales will serve up a "good old-fashioned cup-tie" in the French capital and he wants his players to feed off the hype surrounding the last-16 tie.

Euro 2016 • 24 Jun 16

O'Neill hoping for memorable night against Germans

Michael O’Neill and his Northern Ireland squad are aiming for another night to remember with their performance against world champions Germany in Paris tomorrow night.

Euro 2016 • 20 Jun 16

O'Neill (R) was overjoyed by his side's performance

O'Neill delighted by resilient Northern Ireland

Manager Michael O'Neill expressed pride after seeing his bold gamble pay dividends in Lyon as a much-changed Northern Ireland side kept their Euro 2016 hopes alive with a 2-0 victory over Ukraine.

Euro 2016 • 17 Jun 16

O'Neill directs his Northern Ireland players at a recent training session in France

Security tight but Northern Ireland remain relaxed

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill is enjoying life at Euro 2016 base camp so much that he does not want to go home - meaning a win today against Ukraine is vital.

Euro 2016 • 16 Jun 16

O'Neill says his team were unfortunate not to score against Poland

O'Neill seeks improvement for crunch Ukraine tie

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has urged his players to use the disappointment of Sunday’s defeat to Poland as motivation for tomorrow’s clash with Ukraine.

Euro 2016 • 15 Jun 16

Kyle Lafferty (L) and Steven Davis look dejected during Northern Ireland's loss to Poland

Steven Davis admits North 'lacked belief'

Northern Ireland lacked belief in their European Championship finals debut, according to skipper Steven Davis.

Euro 2016 • 13 Jun 16

Northern Ireland have little time to rebound from their defeat to Poland

'We need to find our feet,' admits Michael O'Neill

Michael O'Neill acknowledged his Northern Ireland team's introduction to major tournament football was an eye-opening experience as they were beaten in their first fixture at a finals since 1986.

Euro 2016 • 12 Jun 16

Balderdash keeping Northern Ireland occupied

Northern Ireland's players are not used to prolonged periods away together, but captain Steven Davis has revealed the board game 'Balderdash' has helped stave off any potential boredom in Austria this week.

Euro 2016 • 04 Jun 16

Will Grigg celebrates scoring his side's third goal against Belarus

Grigg hoping to keep fire burning for NI

Northern Ireland striker Will Grigg wants to keep scoring at international level to make sure his song does not disappear from the terraces.

Soccer • 03 Jun 16

Michael O'Neill is going to France full of confidence

Northern Ireland out to make their mark at Euros

Manager Michael O'Neill has backed Northern Ireland to get past the group stage at next month's European Championship.

Euro 2016 • 24 May 16

Conor McLaughlin (L) is challenged by David Cotterill

O'Neill hopes North's flexibility can upset rivals

Michael O'Neill is happy to continue tinkering with Northern Ireland's formation as he wants adaptable systems to cause other countries problems at Euro 2016.

Soccer • 19 Apr 16

Northern Ireland's Paddy McNair tracks Sam Vokes of Wales during Thursday night's friendly

O'Neill: McNair right fit for Northern Ireland

Paddy McNair might just have earned himself a key role in Northern Ireland’s midfield following an outstanding performance in Thursday night’s friendly draw with Wales according to manager Michael O'Neill.

Soccer • 25 Mar 16

Michael O'Neill has signed up until June 2020

O'Neill signs new Northern Ireland deal

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has signed a new four-year contract, the Irish Football Association has announced.

Soccer • 16 Mar 16

Michael O'Neill: 'We're well down the line, discussions have been very positive to date.'

O'Neill set to pen fresh Northern Ireland deal

Michael O'Neill expects to put pen to paper on a new four-year deal as Northern Ireland manager in the coming weeks.

Soccer • 23 Dec 15

Michael O'Neill has scooped two awards on consecutive nights

Michael O'Neill scoops second manager award

After being named Manager of the Year at the RTÉ Sport Awards, Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill received a similar recognition by the BBC at the SSE Arena in Belfast on Sunday night.

Tennis • 21 Dec 15

Michael O'Neill: 'The Republic of Ireland showed us in the qualifying that while it looks on paper a hugely difficult fixture you can get something from the game, so we’ll take hope from that.'

VIDEO: Michael O'Neill will follow Republic's lead

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill has said he's ready to follow the Republic of Ireland's lead and stun Germany after his side were pitted against the world champions in Saturday's Euro 2016 finals draw.

Soccer • 12 Dec 15

Martin O'Neill and Michael O'Neill enjoyed memorable years with their teams

Martin O'Neill and Michael O'Neill share top award

Martin O’Neill and Michael O’Neill have reflected on the successful Euro 2016 qualification campaigns that resulted in them being named joint-winners of the Philips Sports Manager of the Year award in Dublin today.

Soccer • 09 Dec 15

Northern Ireland players showing their appreciation for Michael O'Neill after securing Euro 2016 qualification

Taggart: Michael O'Neill should get longer deal

Gerry Taggart has urged the Irish Football Association to hand manager Michael O'Neill the four-year contract he wants.

Soccer • 10 Nov 15

Josh Magennis and team mates mob Michael O'Neill after their second goal

Michael O'Neill: Highest point of my career

Michael O'Neill insists his Northern Ireland side are not going to Euro 2016 to make up the numbers after a history-making night in Belfast, while IBF super bantamweight champion Karl Frampton called the squad 'heroes'.

Soccer • 09 Oct 15

Kyle Lafferty has scored seven goals during the qualifying campaign

O'Neill confident NI dream will not be derailed

Michael O'Neill is confident Northern Ireland's Euro 2016 dream will not be derailed by suspensions next month.

Soccer • 08 Sep 15

Michael O'Neill anticipates Kyle Lafferty to thrive in the spotlight in Torshavn

Lafferty expected to put club woes behind him

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill expects Kyle Lafferty will relish the role of being his country's chief marksman in their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign after a frustrating time at club level.

Soccer • 03 Sep 15

The Free Presbyterian Church is planning to hold a service a short distance from Windsor Park

Protest planned as Northern Ireland play on Sunday

Religious protests have been planned in opposition to Northern Ireland's first ever home Sunday fixture against Finland.

Soccer • 29 Mar 15

Michael ONeill