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15/11/2005
Gillespie declared fit for Portugal game
Keith Gillespie has been declared fit for Northern Ireland ahead of Tuesday night's 125th anniversary glamour friendly against Portugal at Windsor Park.
The Sheffield United winger had his ankle strapped up after picking up an injury during training on Sunday, however the Northern Ireland medical team say he will be fit enough to earn his 68th cap for his country.
However, if Gillespie makes the starting 11, which he is expected to do, he will almost certainly line up as an emergency right back following the injuries of captain Aaron Hughes and Chris Baird.
He will be joined in defence by Colin Murdock, Stephen Craigan and Tony Capaldi while Maik Taylor will marshal the back line in goal, as well as captaining the side.
In midfield, things are even more sparse for Lawrie Sanchez's side as Damien Johnson is also injured. Lining up in his place in the middle of the park alongside Steve Davis is likely to be Cheltenham's Grant McCann. On either side of these two will be Stuart Elliott and Steve Jones.
Up front, James Quinn will partner Warren Feeney, who replaces record goalscorer David Healy, out with an ankle injury. Kick off is at 8pm with the game being shown live on BBC2 NI.
NI probable: Taylor, Gillespie, Murdock, Craigan, Capaldi, Jones, Davis, McCann, Elliott, Quinn, Feeney.
(MB)
The Sheffield United winger had his ankle strapped up after picking up an injury during training on Sunday, however the Northern Ireland medical team say he will be fit enough to earn his 68th cap for his country.
However, if Gillespie makes the starting 11, which he is expected to do, he will almost certainly line up as an emergency right back following the injuries of captain Aaron Hughes and Chris Baird.
He will be joined in defence by Colin Murdock, Stephen Craigan and Tony Capaldi while Maik Taylor will marshal the back line in goal, as well as captaining the side.
In midfield, things are even more sparse for Lawrie Sanchez's side as Damien Johnson is also injured. Lining up in his place in the middle of the park alongside Steve Davis is likely to be Cheltenham's Grant McCann. On either side of these two will be Stuart Elliott and Steve Jones.
Up front, James Quinn will partner Warren Feeney, who replaces record goalscorer David Healy, out with an ankle injury. Kick off is at 8pm with the game being shown live on BBC2 NI.
NI probable: Taylor, Gillespie, Murdock, Craigan, Capaldi, Jones, Davis, McCann, Elliott, Quinn, Feeney.
(MB)
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Healy declared fit for Canada game
Leeds United striker David Healy will spearhead the Northern Ireland attack tonight when Lawrie Sanchez’s men take on Canada in a friendly at Windsor Park. The former Preston North End player's fitness had been in doubt for Wednesday night’s game following a recent groin strain.
Healy declared fit for Canada game
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More Healthcare Professionals Allowed To Certify Fit Notes
New legislation has been introduced in Northern Ireland to allow for a wider range of healthcare professionals to certify fit notes. The change will enable patients to get advice and fit notes from their healthcare professional - without having to separately see a doctor.
More Healthcare Professionals Allowed To Certify Fit Notes
New legislation has been introduced in Northern Ireland to allow for a wider range of healthcare professionals to certify fit notes. The change will enable patients to get advice and fit notes from their healthcare professional - without having to separately see a doctor.
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