Ian Baraclough

Former Everton striker Duncan Ferguson has been linked with the Glentoran job. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Ex-Glentoran star feels club would be taking 'risk' by appointing 'character'

Glentoran have been without a manager since Declan Devine's departure 16 days ago. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Glentoran hero 'surprised' by 'very quiet' period as club search for new manager

Glentoran's Paddy McCourt. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Paddy McCourt clear Glentoran vacancy 'an amazing job' for new manager

Paddy McCourt hopes Glentoran can make a swift managerial appointment. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Paddy McCourt hopes Glentoran making manager progress as 'players need it now'

Former Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough has emerged as a genuine contender for the Glentoran vacancy. (Photo by INPHO/Presseye/Brian Little)

Glentoran set to approach former Northern Ireland boss over manager job

Former Glentoran manager Declan Devine. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Glentoran star admits players 'were gutted' to see Declan Devine depart club

Northern Ireland's Conor McMenamin. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Former Glentoran star set for stunning Irish League return

Northern Ireland's Charlie McCann has joined Cheltenham Town. (Photo by Presseye/Brian Little)

Former Rangers midfielder who made 'great decision' NI switch on move

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Michael O'Neill full faith NI star can develop into 'top-class player'

Wales' Neco Williams (centre) battles for the ball with Northern Ireland's Justin Devenny (left) and Ethan Galbraith. (Photo by Nick Potts/PA Wire)

Ethan Galbraith says Nations League key as Northern Ireland look to bounce back

'Exciting' and 'electric' - Northern Ireland fans loving team progress

Northern Ireland international Brodie Spencer has joined Oxford United from Huddersfield Town for an undisclosed fee

Northern Ireland international Brodie Spencer secures move to Championship club

Lewis McCann celebrates scoring for Northern Ireland U19s against Germany. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/PressEye)

Ex-NI youth ace will always have 'special place' for Scottish club after exit

Ian Baraclough is recovering in hospital after suffering “extensive back and neck injuries” while swimming in Mauritius just over a week ago

Former NI boss Ian Baraclough recovering from 'extensive' injuries in Mauritius

Ian Baraclough as Northern Ireland manager in 2022. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Ex-Northern Ireland manager's landmark role in Scotland

Warren Feeney is set to leave his role as manager of Glentoran

Warren Feeney to leave Glentoran after nine months at helm
Warren Feeney's time as Glentoran manager has come to an end after nine months in charge of the Oval outfit, it is understood.
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Former Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough has been confirmed as the new assistant manager at Cheltenham Town

Ex-NI boss Ian Baraclough named as new assistant manager at Cheltenham Town

Northern Ireland record goalscorer and Linfield manager David Healy

David Healy blasts Irish FA after Northern Ireland's defeat to Kazakhstan

Northern Ireland's Bailey Peacock-Farrell in training at The Dub this week before Euro 2024 qualifiers against Denmark and Kazakhstan

Belief '100 per cent' for Bailey Peacock-Farrell under Michael O'Neill

Northern Ireland’s Ali McCann looking forward to the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Denmark and Kazakhstan

Ali McCann hails 'quite exciting' first taste of life under Michael O'Neill

Ian Baraclough

Former Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough has ‘no regrets’

Former Northern Ireland women's manager Kenny Shiels could accept a job developing the women's game in Bangladesh.

Could ex-NI women's boss Kenny Shiels be set for a move to Bangladesh?

Preston North End's Ali McCann celebrates his 2nd goal against Huddersfield in the Carabao Cup

Northern Ireland international Ali McCann 'buzzing' for Spurs FA Cup clash

Gianluca Vialli, the former Italy striker who helped both Sampdoria and Juventus win Serie A and European trophies before becoming a player-manager at Chelsea, has died on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023. He was 58. AP Photo/Luca Bruno

Gianluca Vialli in praise of Northern Ireland

Michael O’Neill was unveiled this week as the new Northern Ireland manager

Northern Ireland return 'right thing to do' for Michael O'Neill

Returning Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. Picture by Jonathan Porter/PressEye

Michael O'Neill confirmed as new Northern Ireland manager

Michael O’Neill is set for a second stint as Northern Ireland manager

Michael O'Neill back as Northern Ireland boss
Michael O’Neill has agreed to return for a second stint as Northern Ireland manager.
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Former Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

Former boss Ian Baraclough believes Northern Ireland ready for next step

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Morning View: New football boss or new PM – let’s see delivery for NI

Northern Ireland Manager Ian Baraclough has been sacked after a poor run of results. Pic Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Ian Baraclough was a great guy but it didn't work out: NI fans

Ian Baraclough who has been sacked as manager of Northern Ireland, the Irish FA has announced

Ian Baraclough has been sacked as Northern Ireland manager

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough

Ian Baraclough 'fairly pleased' with NI Euro 2024 draw

Northern Ireland's Jonny Evans following defeat by Greece Pic by PressEye Ltd.

Jonny Evans insists Northern Ireland players still back Ian Baraclough

Steven Davis following Northern Ireland's defeat to Greece. Pic by PressEye Ltd.

Skipper Steven Davis will not rush into decision on Northern Ireland future

A dejected Jonny Evans during defeat to Greece on the night of his 100th Northern Ireland cap. Pic by PressEye Ltd.

Ian Baraclough optimistic despite frustrating Northern Ireland defeat to Greece

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough (right) and Jonny Evans during Tuesday's press conference in Athens ahead of the Nations League game against Greece. Photo: William Cherry/Presseye

Conor McMenamin remains with NI squad with no further sanction

Northern Ireland striker Kyle Lafferty

Social media headache for Northern Ireland football bosses

Josh Magennis celebrates his decisive goal on Saturday in Northern Ireland's 2-1 win over Kosovo. Pic by Pacemaker.

Josh Magennis hails Northern Ireland character to overcome tough atmosphere

Conor Bradley has impressed during his loan spell at Bolton

Conor Bradley hopes Northern Ireland can benefit from his impressive club form

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough (left) and his assistant, Jimmy Nicholl, observe a moment of reflection at the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. Pic by PressEye Ltd.

Northern Ireland tribute as sport stops in show of respect to Queen Elizabeth II

Kofi Balmer has received his first senior call-up

Kofi Balmer called into NI squad for Nations League double header

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough. Pic by PA.

Under-fire Ian Baraclough urges patience with Northern Ireland rebuild

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Cyprus. Pic by Pacemaker.

Under-pressure Ian Baraclough expects to remain in charge of Northern Ireland

Jonny Evans scores the Northern Ireland equaliser against Cyprus. Pic by Pacemaker.

Fan frustration in Northern Ireland draw thanks to Jonny Evans equaliser

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough (right) gestures on the touchline during the UEFA Nations League match at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium in Pristina, Kosovo. Pic by PA

Ian Baraclough accepts Northern Ireland fans’ frustration after Kosovo defeat

Northern Ireland's Daniel Ballard appears dejected at the end of the Nations League defeat by Kosovo. Pic by PA.

Ian Baraclough comes under fire from fans as Northern Ireland lose in Kosovo

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough. Pic by PA.

It’s noise in the background – Ian Baraclough not interested in critics

Ian Baraclough, Head Coach of Northern Ireland

5 key talking points ahead of Northern Ireland’s Nations League tie with Kosovo

Shayne Lavery in action against Cyprus

Shayne Lavery urges Northern Ireland to use Cyprus ‘hurt’ against Kosovo

Conor McMenamin on show for Northern Ireland against Cyprus. Pic by PressEye Ltd.

‘I’ve got thick skin’: Ian Baraclough ready for criticism after Cyprus stalemate

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough

5 talking points ahead of Northern Ireland’s Nations League clash with Cyprus

Shea Charles (right) making his Northern Ireland debut against Greece at Windsor Park. Pic by Pacemaker.

Shea Charles surprised to make senior Northern Ireland debut against Greece

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough ahead of the UEFA Nations League match at Windsor Park

Frustrated Ian Baraclough blames rustiness as below-par Northern Ireland lose

Northern Ireland’s Conor Bradley (centre) appears dejected after Greece’s Anastasios Bakasetas scores during the UEFA Nations League match at Windsor Park

Northern Ireland beaten by Greece in Belfast as Nations League woes continue

Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough. Pic by Getty.

Ian Baraclough eyes four wins from Northern Ireland’s four Nations League games

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