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Gareth Fullerton

Northern Ireland boss Gerard Lyttle on emerging talent, eligibility fight and future ambition

Approaching two years as Northern Ireland Under 17 and 19 manager, Gerard Lyttle believes the future is looking bright for football here.

Appointed in March 2021, Lyttle's time at the helm has witnessed the emergence of exciting youngsters including Dale Taylor, Shea Charles and Brodie Spencer, three talented teenagers who have already played senior football for their country.

Both of his squads have also qualified for the Elite rounds of the Euro qualifiers, a seismic result for the Irish FA's academy set-up.

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