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Michael O'Neill returns for a second stint as Northern Ireland boss - just two-and-a-half years after leaving for Stoke - as he signs deal to run until Euro 2028

Northern Ireland have reappointed Michael O'Neill as manager - six years on from when led the country to the last-16 of Euro 2016.

There had been much speculation over the return of O'Neill, who had most recently been managing Stoke City before he was sacked in August.

The 53-year-old will lead Northern Ireland during their Euro 2024 campaign, succeeding Ian Baraclough who was relieved of his duties on October 21.

O'Neill, who has been appointed on a five-and-a-half-year deal, said: 'I am delighted to be the Northern Ireland senior men's manager.