Fast forward to one year from now. It will be June 11, 2016 and we will all be talking about having watched the opening night of the European Championship finals. Who knows, Northern Ireland may have played in the first game against hosts France. What I am certain about is that Northern Ireland will be there. Still think they won't make it? Here's 10 reasons that may change your mind. 1. THE MANAGER: Michael O'Neill had a rough start as Northern Ireland boss. At the end of a hugely disappointing 2014 World Cup qualifying campaign, there were some in the Irish FA who wanted him out. Thankfully, IFA President Jim Shaw was right behind O'Neill and the rest is history... with Michael inspiring...
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