Coyle: Paterson close to starting berth

BURNLEY manager Owen Coyle believes striker Martin Paterson is edging closer to becoming a regular starter for Northern Ireland.

Paterson, 21, has settled in quickly at Turf Moor after arriving from Scunthorpe in the summer, scoring seven goals in 13 games.

That good form could see him win back his place in the international side when they face Slovenia in a World Cup qualifier in Maribor on Saturday and San Marino at home next Wednesday.