IAN Cottrill and Danny McDonnell will both return to the Worcester City line-up as they chase FA Cup glory tomorrow.

But defender Martin Weir is ruled out of their third qualifying round clash with Thatcham Town at St George's Lane (3pm).

Midfielder Cottrill has shaken off a foot injury which forced him to come off in last weekend's win at Dorchester, while goalkeeper McDonnell has recovered from a virus and will replace teenager Paul Wyatt.

Manager John Barton said: "Ian has done some work and feels a lot better with it."

But Weir has failed to shake off the knee injury he suffered against Cirencester in the last round and could be out for at least two more weeks.

Barton added: "I am not surprised at the length of time it will take in view of the nature of the tackle that caused it."

Transfer-listed Mark Tucker will again deputise, having been left out against Cirencester seemingly to prevent him being cup-tied.

But Barton is not considering that option, saying: "We have to do what we think is right and it is no good looking into future situations.

"The only thing that concerns us is the tie tomorrow and we have to consider what is the best side available."

McDonnell's return is likely to be the only change from last Sunday's starting line-up, with striker Micky Cotter set to keep his place alongside Mark Owen.

City will be confident of securing a place in Monday's fourth qualifying round draw but Barton is not counting any chickens against their Berkshire-based Wessex League opponents.

He said: "We are well aware of the importance of the match to the club and equally aware of the dangers.