Northern Ireland’s World Cup Journey Ends, But a Bright Future Beckons
Northern Ireland’s World Cup qualification hopes were dashed by Italy, but manager Michael O’Neill remains optimistic about the team’s future. A young squad, with an average age of just 22.5, showed promise despite the defeat, and O’Neill believes they have a strong foundation for future success.
The focus now shifts to Euro 2028 qualification, with O’Neill committed to developing the team’s potential.