Momentum is a difficult thing to maintain in international football given the long gaps between fixtures, but O’Neill says his players will report for duty in high spirits next week. Isaac Price scored a hat-trick as Northern Ireland beat Bulgaria at Windsor Park (Liam McBurney/PA)“The positive experience at international level helps you when you go back to your club, I know that from my years as a player, but they all face different challenges,” the Northern Ireland boss said. “Pierce was excellent for us in the two games, he kept two clean sheets and his distribution was exceptional,” O’Neill said. O’Neill said he does not know how much longer Northern Ireland might need to wait before being able to select the 26-year-old. “We’re in constant contact but sending emails every three days isn’t going to get it done any quicker,” O’Neill said.

Source: The Herald November 05, 2024 18:08 UTC