Ceadach O’Neill set for Northern Ireland call-up for Nations League
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Northern Ireland plans to call up Arsenal player Ceadach O’Neill for Nations League matches later this month. O'Neill, eligible to represent both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, has appeared twice in senior matches for Northern Ireland during friendlies. His participation in competitive fixtures against Georgia on September 25 and Hungary on September 28 would solidify his commitment to Northern Ireland. The Irish Football Association aims to secure his international future amid interest from the Republic.
- •Ceadach O’Neill has made two senior appearances for Northern Ireland.
- •He is eligible to represent Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland.
- •Competing in the Nations League could secure his allegiance to Northern Ireland.
- •O’Neill joined Arsenal from Linfield in summer 2024.
- •He has scored 16 goals in 41 under-18 appearances for Arsenal.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal 18yo called up as manager criticises rules
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal youngster set for decisive international call-up
"Northern Ireland are planning to call up Arsenal youngster Ceadach O’Neill for Nations League games in the next international break as they look to secure his international future.Photo by Alex Capa...
"Michael O’Neill has criticised the circumstances surrounding Ceadach O’Neill’s position after the Republic of Ireland moved to persuade him to switch allegiance.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Imag...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 4:05 PMArsenal 18yo called up as manager criticises rules
Michael O’Neill has criticised the circumstances surrounding Ceadach O’Neill’s position after the Republic of Ireland moved to persuade him to switch allegiance.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Imag...
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 4:05 PMArsenal youngster set for decisive international call-up
Northern Ireland are planning to call up Arsenal youngster Ceadach O’Neill for Nations League games in the next international break as they look to secure his international future.Photo by Alex Capa...
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