Michael O'Neill Hails Character of Young Side Despite Heartbreak in Italy

Michael O'Neill hails character of young side despite heartbreak in Italy

Two second half goals undid all the good work but Northern Ireland were missing a number of key players

Michael O’Neill proud as young Northern Ireland side lose to Italy in play-off - PLZ Soccer

Michael O’Neill could be proud of his Northern Ireland players after their hopes of reaching this summer’s World Cup ended in a 2-0 qualifying play-off semi-final loss away to Italy. Northern Ireland were always second favourites against the four-time world champions, who were desperate to avoid failing to reach the finals for a third consecutive time, but acquitted themselves superbly before falling to second-half goals from Sandro Tonali and M…

Northern Ireland star clear 'the future is bright' despite Italy heartbreak

Northern Ireland midfielder Ethan Galbraith predicts “the future is bright” despite suffering a devastating World Cup play-off semi-final defeat to Italy.