Wales 1-1 Northern Ireland: We showed great 'character' in draw - Michael O'Neill
By Andy Gray
Published on April 1, 2026.
Northern Ireland drew 1-1 with Wales in a friendly match, with manager Michael O'Neill praising his team's character and resilience. Both Wales and Northern Ireland lost their respective World Cup play-offs. O'Neil also addressed concerns about a conflict of interest with his dual role with Blackburn Rovers. He handed a debut to 19-year-old defender Tom Atcheson, but not Liverpool's Kieran Morrison made his senior bow. The second half was marked by several substitutions, and O'hende praised the team's performance.
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