O’Neill Welcomes Bergamo Location for Crucial Northern Ireland Play-off
Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill has welcomed the decision to hold his team’s World Cup play-off against Italy in Bergamo, believing the smaller venue will suit his players. O’Neill feels the stadium’s size will be familiar to most of his squad, and won’t be as intimidating as larger venues like the San Siro or Stadio Olimpico. He is currently balancing his international duties with his new role as manager of Blackburn Rovers.