Euro 2016 memories aplenty - but O'Neill focused on future
Ukraine against Northern Ireland is a fixture which brings up plenty of memories, but Michael O'Neill is firmly focused on the future.
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"We don't keep reflecting back on that game and telling the players this is what we aspire to be."
— Michael O'Neill , Executive
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Josh Magennis is a football player who represents Northern Ireland.
Michael O'Neill is a Northern Irish football manager known for his previous role with the national team.
Paddy McNair is a professional footballer and part of the Northern Ireland squad.
Steven Davis is a former captain of the Northern Ireland national team and a current member of the coaching staff.
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Ukraine against Northern Ireland is a fixture which brings up plenty of memories, but Michael O'Neill is firmly focused on the future.
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