Northern Ireland make two changes against Azerbaijan

Northern Ireland manager Lawrie Sanchez made two changes to the side that drew against Malta for this World Cup qualifier at Windsor Park.

Defensive duo Chris Baird and Tony Capaldi both returned as the province went in search of their first win in 11 games.

They replaced Jeff Whitley – banished from the training camp for a breaking a curfew – and Colin Murdock, who had to settle for a place on the bench.

Sanchez was looking for a confidence-boosting victory from his side with England the visitors on Wednesday.