Newcastle United goalkeeper Shay Given is in line to make his 452nd appearance for the club against Wigan.

Only three men have played more games for the Magpies, and the Irishman is within touching distance of Jimmy Lawrence's club record of 496.

However, after suffering a perforated bowel in a collision with then West Ham striker Marlon Harewood a little more than two seasons ago, he knows he can take nothing for granted.

Given said: "I don't look at it too much, to be honest. I made my 450th appearance against Aston Villa - I didn't know before the game.

"I always just look to the next game, given the injuries I have had in the last couple of years.

"You are one challenge away from never playing again, so I don't like to look too far ahead.

"I would love to get it (the record), but if I don't get it, I don't get it.

"You just play and do your best for the club and see where that takes you."