From Belfast to the World Cup - McDermott's American odyssey
Mick McDermott tells BBC Sport NI of his pride at being involved with Ghana at the World Cup, his relationship with Carlos Quieroz and their hopes of shocking England on Tuesday.
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"To go from Belfast, to Rhode Island, to the Middle East, to Glentoran, to Qatar, to Cobh Ramblers, to Ghana and back to Rhode Island in 30 years is an interesting story and I'm glad to get the chance to share it."
— Mick McDermott , Athlete
"It's unbelievable, I had no idea this job was going to appear, which is common in football."
— Mick McDermott , Athlete
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Mick McDermott tells BBC Sport NI of his pride at being involved with Ghana at the World Cup, his relationship with Carlos Quieroz and their hopes of shocking England on Tuesday.
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