'We're all in a good place' – All Whites have no major injury woes ahead of Peru showdown

November 12, 2017

Coach Anthony Hudson says his side are ready to go for Thursday’s match in Lima. (Source: Other)

The All Whites have no new injury concerns ahead of their flight to Lima to face Peru in the second leg of their intercontinental play off to earn a spot in next year's Football World Cup in Russia.

Following yesterday's 0-0 draw in Wellington, question marks were raised over the fitness of defensive duo Tommy Smith and captain Winston Reid, while star striker Chris Wood started on the bench with a hamstring complaint.

Speaking to media today, Hudson says that his squad have come through the encounter unscathed, now focused on the reverse fixture in the Peruvian capital on Thursday.

"We're all in a good place," he said.

"We've had a couple we just need to monitor that are not serious."

However, Hudson revealed that his only serious concern was over the fitness of right-back Storm Roux, who was omitted from yesterday's matchday squad.

"He had a problem coming into camp, and it was the reason why he didn't play yesterday, he's not going to be fit for Wednesday."

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