West Ham United defender James Collins has been called up to the Wales squad for Friday's World Cup qualifier against Macedonia as injury cover for Ashley Williams.

Williams was forced to pull out of the 23-man party on Tuesday due to an ankle problem.

Manager Chris Coleman has seen nine other players withdraw for the match at the Cardiff City Stadium.

Collins had previously been embroiled in a spat with Coleman after the coach had accused the centre-back of rejecting the chance to play for his country last month.

However, the pair have settled their differences ahead of Friday's fixture in the Welsh capital.

Collins has won 41 caps for Wales since making his debut in 2004.

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Jack Prescott