Watford defender Craig Cathcart has been named in Northern Ireland's squad to face Germany and San Marino in their World Cup qualifiers next month.

The centre-back is in the squad for the team's game at home to San Marino on Saturday, October 8 and in Germany the following Tuesday night.

Cathcart missed their opening draw in the Czech Republic this month with a groin strain.

The 27-year-old has made five appearances for Watford this season and was taken off against Burnley for tactical reasons at half-time on Monday. 

Midfielder Adlene Guedioura has also been selected in Algeria's squad for their home qualifier against Cameroon on Sunday, October 9.