Michael O'Neill says defender Trai Hume is 'a leader' as he assesses his options to replace Jonny Evans as Northern Ireland captain.
Three years ago, Trai Hume was lining out for Linfield in the Irish Premiership. On Thursday, he will captain Northern Ireland for the first time.
He made his international debut two months after his move, and just 13 caps down the line he will lead out Northern Ireland at Windsor Park - the same stadium where he used to impress for Linfield. O'Neill, however, says it is a much-deserved reward for the form that has seen him become a fan favourite at both club and country.
He captained Ballymena United and Linfield coming through the ranks, and skippered Northern Ireland at Under-17 and Under-19 level. However, Northern Ireland will look to improve on a dismal record in the Nations League with just one win in 16 matches.
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