Free agent Aaron Hughes is expected to win his 100th cap when Northern Ireland play Slovakia in Saturdays friendly in Trnava. The 36-year old, who made his debut against Slovakia in 1998, will become only the 12th Home Nations centurion on a list that includes Sir Bobby Charlton, David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and his fellow countryman Pat Jennings.He will also become the first outfield Northern Ireland player to reach the milestone. Northern Ireland train in Austria on the eve of their final warm-up game against Slovakia Michael ONeill was not giving much away on whether Hughes would play but it was ONeill who helped convince the defender to backtrack on his decision to retire from international football in 2011.He wanted to be part of a squad that could do something, ONeill told Sky Sports News HQ.You want people you can rely on and Aaron is certainly that. Hes had a fantastic career and its fitting he will have the chance to go to a major tournament.Steven Davis was named as Hughes successor as captain when ONeill took over.Everyone can learn from him, said the Southampton midfielder. Hes the ultimate professional. I dont remember Hughesy ever having a bad game.Jonny Evans shared a room with Hughes on international trips when he first made his breakthrough for NI.He is fantastic player and person, said Evans. Hes very proactive with his defending and the way he holds the line. Hughes holds off Pall Klettskard off the Faroe Islands during a Euro 2016 qualifier I hope from a personal point of view that he can go on to reach 100 because its a massive milestone.The only Northern Ireland player to pass 100 caps is goalkeeper Jennings who made 119 appearances, and the Northern Irish legend said: It will be an absolutely fantastic achievement. 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