O'Neill turns down Blackburn job to remain with NI
Summary
Michael O'Neill has decided not to become the permanent manager of Blackburn Rovers. Instead, he will continue his role as the head coach of the Northern Ireland national football team.Key Facts
- O'Neill served as interim manager of Blackburn Rovers from February until the end of the 2025-26 season.
- He managed 15 games at Blackburn, with 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses.
- Blackburn finished 20th in the Championship, avoiding relegation under his leadership.
- O'Neill combined the Blackburn role with his job as Northern Ireland head coach during his interim period.
- He said early on he could not keep both jobs permanently and had to choose one.
- O'Neill decided to focus on leading Northern Ireland towards qualifying for the 2028 European Championships.
- He has led Northern Ireland in two periods, achieving 38 wins, 23 draws, and 43 losses.
- O'Neill guided Northern Ireland to the European Championship finals in 2016, their first appearance.
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