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Michael O’Neill’s dual Blackburn Rovers and Northern Ireland role causes EFL rumpus

Frustrated Portsmouth boss John Mousinho has defended Blackburn Rovers manager Michael O’Neill over a potential conflict of interest – but says the EFL have “a lot to answer for” over the 56-year-old’s dual management role with Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland – and Blackburn Rovers – boss Michael O’Neill

Frustrated Portsmouth boss John Mousinho has defended Blackburn Rovers manager Michael O’Neill over a potential conflict of interest – but says the EFL have “a lot to answer for” over the 56-year-old’s dual management role with Northern Ireland.

A major storm erupted this week after Ali McCann, Ruairi McConville, Paddy McNair and Bailey Peacock-Farrell were sent home prior to Northern Ireland’s friendly against Wales.
Three of the players were due to face clubs competing with Blackburn to avoid relegation from the Championship on Good Friday.
Rovers began the Easter weekend in 19th position...

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