By DAVID RICHARDSON

A TWO-TIME European Cup winner, a First Division title medal and 64 caps for Northern Ireland – but Martin O’Neill knew he would vanish from the game should he not be successful in Non-League management.
The Nottingham Forest midfielder excelled at club level under legendary boss Brian Clough, being part of his famous sides that conquered Europe in 1979 and 1980. His CV, which also featured spells at Norwich City, Manchester City and Notts County, was undoubtedly impressive although landing a role as a manager proved difficult. O’Neill’s breakt...