'We can't change the rules' - O'Neill on NI/ROI eligibility
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"Max Dowman shines with two goals against Ipswich Town - but boss Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal cannot rush his development."
"Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill speaks to BBC Sport NI's Stephen Watson about speculation regarding Arsenal youngster Ceadach O'Neill's international future as he is named in the NI squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures."
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why Saturday's Premier League fixture between Sunderland and Arsenal is kicking off at 8pm"
"Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel goes inside Arsenal's bid to capitalise on their Premier League title and strengthen their squad this summer."
"Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill speaks to BBC Sport NI's Stephen Watson about speculation regarding Arsenal youngster Ceadach O'Neill's international future as he is named in the NI squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures."