Bozhinov Return Boosts Bulgaria

Manchester City striker Valeri Bozhinov is looking to kick on in the clash against Cyprus after what he described as "a quick recovery". Photo by BGNES

Manchester City striker Valeri Bozhinov has expressed confidence that he will join Bulgaria's national team in the World Cup qualifier against Cyprus after suffering serious injury problems.

The 23-year-old Bulgarian is looking to kick on after what he described as "a quick recovery".

"I feel ready to join the team in the clash against Cyprus. The rival is a very strong team and I believe they will be aiming for a draw in Sofia," Bozhinov told reporters on Monday.

Bulgaria and the Republic of Ireland played to a 1:1 draw their World Cup Qualifier at Croke Park in Dublin Saturday night.

Ireland (3-0-2) fell 2 points behind Italy (4-0-1), the Group Eight leader. Bulgaria is 0-0-4.

 

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