Ian Baraclough: NI manager sacked

The Irish FA has parted company with Northern Ireland manager Ian Baraclough.

it follows a poor run of results.

While in charge Baraclough lost 14 of his 28 games in charge, beating only Lithuania, Kosovo, Estonia, Malta and Luxembourg during his two-year reign.

Irish FA Chief Executive Patrick Nelson said: "Under Ian’s stewardship we have seen the introduction of new players who will wear the green jersey with pride for years to come and for this we place on record our gratitude.

"However, in light of the overall record of results on the pitch, the Irish FA Board has subsequently taken this decision.

"We wish Ian the very best for the future and thank him for his contribution to football in Northern Ireland."

Irish FA President Conrad Kirkwood said: "I would like to place on record my sincere thanks to Ian for his commitment to the role of senior men’s manager.

"I, on behalf of the Irish Football Association and the wider football family here in Northern Ireland, wish him every success in the future."