NI's O'Neill signs four-year contract extension
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has signed a four-year contract extension, keeping him in charge until 2032. He previously held an interim position at Blackburn Rovers but has decided not to pursue that role permanently. O'Neill has managed Northern Ireland for a record 104 games, including their first major tournament appearance in 2016.
- ▪Michael O'Neill has signed a four-year contract extension with Northern Ireland.
- ▪He will remain in charge until 2032.
- ▪O'Neill has managed the team for a record 104 games, including their 2016 Euros appearance.
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NI's O'Neill signs four-year contract extension ByJana McCabeBBC Sport NI journalistPublished21 minutes agoNorthern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has signed a four-year contract extension to keep him at the helm until 2032.O'Neill had been appointed interim Blackburn Rovers boss in February and had been balancing this role with his position at Northern Ireland.However, it was announced earlier in the month that he would not be taking on the Blackburn job on a permanent basis. The 56-year-old has managed Northern Ireland a record 104 games including during their first major tournament appearance in 30 years, the 2016 Euros.
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