Pat O'Neill (born 22 October 1950) is a former

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manager of and player for the senior Dublin county team. A doctor by profession, he is a sports injuries consultant.

Playing career

O'Neill is most renowned in recent years for his period as manager of the Dublin Senior football panel. He managed Dublin to their 22nd all-Ireland in 1995 against Tyrone. O'Neill had been a selector for the Dublin team before he was appointed as senior manager. O'Neill had a successful playing career. He lifted the

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on two occasions for Dublin, in 1976 and 1977. He won two National football league medal with Dublin in 1978 and in 1976. He received an All-Stars Award for his skills in 1977.

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