Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill signs contract extension until 2032

Northern Ireland football manager Michael O'Neill has committed his future to the national team by signing a four-year contract extension. The deal will keep O'Neill in charge until 2032.

Northern Ireland's national football team manager Michael O'Neill has agreed a four-year contract extension, securing his position at the helm of the side until 2032.

The renewal signals a strong vote of confidence in O'Neill from Northern Ireland football authorities, who are clearly keen to maintain stability and continuity in the dugout for the years ahead.

O'Neill, who previously guided Northern Ireland to their first major tournament in decades when they qualified for UEFA Euro 2016, has now been entrusted with a long-term mandate to continue developing the national team's fortunes.