Source: Daily_Mail
Leon Best set to lead the line against Blackburn after recovering from hamstring injury
Newcastle have been handed a major boost with the news that striker Leon Best will recover from his hamstring injury in time to face Blackburn on Saturday. Following the sale of Andy Carroll to Liverpool and an injury to Shola Ameobi, Best has become arguably Newcastle's first-choice striker with only Peter Lovenkrands and rookie Nile Ranger available in attack. Road to recovery: Best (right) is set to feature against Blackburn on SaturdayBut Best was forced to withdraw from the Republic of Ireland squad this week after picking up a hamstring strain in the incredible 4-4 draw with Arsenal - and looked likely to miss out against Blackburn. But the 24-year-old is now nearing a full recovery and is ready to lead the line at Ewood Park on Saturday. Newcastle 4 Arsenal 4: The inside line on the greatest comebackNorthern Exposure: Broken promises, sackfuls of cash and a star departureNewcastle United FC news from across the web Explore more:People: Leon Best Places: Newcastle, Liverpool, Republic of Ireland