Michael O’Neill ended his reign as Shamrock Rovers boss last night before outlining his credentials to succeed Nigel Worthington as Northern Ireland manager.

Michael O’Neill has declared that he would be “honoured” to fill the vacant position of Northern Ireland coach after his spell as Shamrock Rovers manager came to an end tonight.

Rangers begin their Co-operative Insurance Cup defence with a third-round home tie against Irn-Bru First Division side Dunfermline.

Dunfermline will consult FIFA before launching a compensation battle with the Scottish Premier League after their controversial artificial pitch was banned.