Gareth McAuley to play on for Northern Ireland

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The West Brom defender has decided to extend his international career

Northern Ireland's World Cup  prospects have received a shot in the arm with Gareth McAuley deciding to continue playing international football for Northern Ireland.

The West Bromich Albion centre back, is almost certain to feature in Michael O'Neill's squad for their opening game of the qualifying campaign against the Czech Republic.

The 36-year old McAuley has made 63 appearances for the international team and will hope to add to that on the 4th September in Prague

The full Northern Ireland squad is set to be announced on Wednesday.

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