Northern Ireland's manager, Michael O'Neill, reflected positively on the recent friendly match against Switzerland, which ended in a 1-1 draw. The match was marked by Isaac Price's impressive early goal, followed by an equalizer from Vincent Sierro. Despite both teams having opportunities to secure a win, the draw was deemed fair. O'Neill emphasized the importance of the match for preparations ahead of World Cup qualifying in September, noting the youthful composition of the team and their competitive spirit against a well-established Swiss side. He conveyed belief in their potential development during this transitional phase.
Michael O'Neill praised his team for a well-fought friendly against Switzerland, highlighting improvements and a positive outlook towards World Cup qualifying despite missing a win.
The game showcased Northern Ireland's young talent as they were led by an under-21 squad, with manager O'Neill optimistic about their performance against experienced opposition.
O'Neill remarked on the importance of the experience gained from facing Switzerland, saying, 'We contained Switzerland well,' reflecting the team's growth in competitive settings.
Despite the draw, O'Neill expressed satisfaction, noting, 'It’s a very, very young team... I thought they competed extremely well in the game.'
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