After a frustrating battle against the elements cancelled Friday's qualifier with Russia, Michael O'Neill continues his search for a first win as Northern Ireland manager against Israel tomorrow night.

Northern Ireland are yet to record a victory in their World Cup qualifying campaign and will come up against an Israeli side in confident mood.

Israel came within two added minutes of beating Portugal last week after an impressive display, which saw them eventually earn a credible 3-3 draw.

O'Neill is unable to call upon the experience of Chris Baird tomorrow night, with the midfielder's suspension carried over for the match.

Corry Evans has been called into the squad as cover for the Group F clash, with both teams facing an anxious wait to see if conditions improve in Belfast.

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Northern Ireland: LDDDD

Israel: DLWWD

Possible starting lineups

Northern Ireland: Carroll, Cathcart, McAuley, Evans, Bruce; McCann, Brunt, Ferguson, Little; Ward, Paterson

Israel: Aouate, Sphungin, Ben Haim, Malicsohn, Natcho, Kayal, Ben Basat, Hemed, Yeiny, Gershon, Tibi

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