Thatcher back in Wales contention

Ben Thatcher today rejoined his Wales team-mates and was declared ready for World Cup action as boss Mark Hughes stepped up his preparations for Wednesday’s group six qualifying clash with Northern Ireland in Cardiff.

Thatcher back in Wales contention
Sun, 05 Sep, 2004 - 18:58

Ben Thatcher today rejoined his Wales team-mates and was declared ready for World Cup action as boss Mark Hughes stepped up his preparations for Wednesday’s group six qualifying clash with Northern Ireland in Cardiff.

The Manchester City full-back missed the 1-1 draw in Azerbaijan with a hamstring problem and a throat infection.

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