West Bromwich Albion midfielder Chris Brunt has called on Northern Ireland to record an overdue win in their World Cup qualification clash against Russia on Friday.

Michael O'Neill's side have lost just one of their last five matches but have failed to win in that period; 12 matches have passed since they last recorded victory.

"We need to get that win. We have been improving under Michael and we have been difficult to beat but now it's about getting that first win to kickstart things," Brunt told reporters at a press conference.

Brunt has made 40 appearances for his country.