Arsenal forward Ceadach O'Neill has been ruled out of Northern Ireland's final two Nations League fixtures against Ukraine and Hungary. The team faces Ukraine at Windsor Park on Saturday, 14 November, before traveling to Budapest for their concluding match on Tuesday, 17 November. Both games will be broadcast live on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds.
Manager O'Neill expressed disappointment at the loss, highlighting O'Neill's contribution in the previous international window and wishing him a swift recovery. Despite the setback, the squad remains focused, with new call-ups for Manchester United goalkeeper Dermot Mee and Portsmouth forward Eoin Kenny. Northern Ireland currently stand as the only side in the Nations League yet to concede a goal this year, having secured a last-minute win against Georgia and a goalless draw with Hungary.
A strong finish could see them top their group, earning promotion to League A and a potential Euro 2028 play-off spot.
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