First Come Back Game For McPake

Last updated : 10 November 2009 By Covsupport News Service

Coventry City defender James McPake played his first ninety minutes as part of his comeback after a shoulder injury.

The Scot injured his shoulder at Dunfermline in a pre-season friendly and missed the season so far.

However, he got in ninety minutes against Oxford United today and City boss Chris Coleman who saw some of his outing has said that he will try and loan out the defender so he can reach full match fitness.

Speaking to Sky Blue Player after the game, McPake said:"That was my first 90 minutes since August last year so it was hard work but it's just good to back playing again.

"It was good to see Belly get on the scoresheet and we're pleased for Ash with his hat-trick but personally I want to get back as quickly as I can and playing games is the best way to do that."

Marcus Hall also played 87 minutes in the same game and will be in contention for the squad to face Crystal Palace at the Ricoh Arena on Saturday November 21st.