'I did not attack the FAI': Michael O'Neill clarifies comments on eligibility

"For me, eligibility is not, and should not, be a political issue. Nor should it be a religious issue."

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill wants the Football Association of Ireland to be more transparent over player eligibility, having become increasingly irked at losing youngsters to the Republic of Ireland.

The likes of James McClean, Shane Duffy and Darron Gibson have all exercised their right to play for the Republic's senior team having represented Northern Ireland at youth-team level.