Free agent Aaron Hughes is expected to win his 100th cap when Northern Ireland play Slovakia in Saturdays friendly in Trnava. Richard Sherman Jersey . The 36-year old, who made his debut against Slovakia in 1998, will become only the 12th Home Nations centurion on a list that includes Sir Bobby Charlton, David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and his fellow countryman Pat Jennings.He will also become the first outfield Northern Ireland player to reach the milestone. Northern Ireland train in Austria on the eve of their final warm-up game against Slovakia Michael ONeill was not giving much away on whether Hughes would play but it was ONeill who helped convince the defender to backtrack on his decision to retire from international football in 2011.He wanted to be part of a squad that could do something, ONeill told Sky Sports News HQ.You want people you can rely on and Aaron is certainly that. Hes had a fantastic career and its fitting he will have the chance to go to a major tournament.Steven Davis was named as Hughes successor as captain when ONeill took over.Everyone can learn from him, said the Southampton midfielder. Hes the ultimate professional. I dont remember Hughesy ever having a bad game.Jonny Evans shared a room with Hughes on international trips when he first made his breakthrough for NI.He is fantastic player and person, said Evans. Hes very proactive with his defending and the way he holds the line. Hughes holds off Pall Klettskard off the Faroe Islands during a Euro 2016 qualifier I hope from a personal point of view that he can go on to reach 100 because its a massive milestone.The only Northern Ireland player to pass 100 caps is goalkeeper Jennings who made 119 appearances, and the Northern Irish legend said: It will be an absolutely fantastic achievement. Nobody deserves it more than Aaron.Northern Ireland are currently on the longest unbeaten run (11) of any Euro 2016 nation and play Slovakia on Saturday in their final warm-up friendly. Also See: Euro 2016 Slovakia v N Ireland preview ONeill pays Hughes tribute Washington looking for omens Steve Largent Womens Jersey . Rockies manager Walt Weiss was unhappy, too. Weiss addressed the issue in a 15-minute meeting with his pitcher and catcher after the Rockies gave up 14 hits and lost 10-1. De La Rosa lasted only 4 1-3 innings and allowed five runs in his first opening-day start. Marquise Blair Seahawks Jersey . Irving played 10 minutes Sunday night before going to the locker room. He had two points and four assists, missing all five of his shots. The All-Star game MVP is the top scorer among Eastern Conference point guards with 21.In EA Sports like fashion, the ratings are slowly be rolled out group by group and this week they start by listing the five top rated goalies in NHL 15. Included with the overall ratings number is a explanation from EA Sports, outlining why each goalie received the rating they did. 5. Pekka Rinne - Nashville Predators - 91 Overall "Despite an injury plagued season, the big Fin just managed to crack the top five goalies in NHL 15. He gives the Predators a chance to win every time he is in-between the pipes, and has one of the leagues best glove hands – carrying a (90) Glove High rating." 4. Tuuka Rask - Boston Bruins - 92 Overall "Last years Vezina trophy winner has now proven himself to be one of the leagues elite goaltenders. He is well balanced, scoring high in Athletic ability and Reflex ratings." 3. Carey Price - Montreal Canadiens - 92 Overall "Montreaals franchise goalie is just entering his prime, which is a scary thought for shooters in the Eastern Conference. Richard Sherman Womens Jersey. . Carey has an average rating of (90) in the Reflexes and Athletic ability category." 2. Jonathan Quick - L.A. Kings - 93 Overall "The former Conn Smythe winner and two time Stanley Cup champion has been one of the leagues top netminders for the past five years. Quick challenges shooters with (91) Aggressiveness – but uses his amazing Athletic ability with (91) Speed and Agility to get back into position." 1. Henrik Lundqvist - New York Rangers - 93 Overall "The King wears the crown as the top goalie in NHL 15 with five stars in all 3 goalie attribute categories. Its nearly impossible to beat him long the ice as Lundqivst carries a (92) rating for Stick Low, and Five Hole." (Images and Descriptions Courtesy - EA Sports) ' ' '
