Northern Ireland coach Michael O'Neill hopes to work with England rival Roy Hodgson in preparation for Euro 2016.

O'Neill's side finish their triumphant Euro 2016 campaign in Finland on Sunday night, with top spot in Group F still up for grabs but qualification assured.

Assistant boss Jimmy Nicholl played in the 1982 and 1986 World Cups, but it is new ground for most at the Irish FA.

"It's a new experience for me as a coach, for the players and for the association," he said.

"I'll pick the brains of people like Roy Hodgson who have been to major tournaments, but maybe I'll have to do that before the draw because they might not help us if we're in the same group!

"Roy sent me a lovely message complimenting all the players. He's worked with five of our squad, and he named them and wished them all the best.

"There's a lot to do in terms of preparation and I'll use the period wisely."