WEST Ham defender James Collins has been called up by Wales for the team's World Cup qualifiers with Germany and Finland.

The 25-year-old has been out of action since being stretchered off with a hamstring injury during the 2-1 defeat by Bolton Wanderers at the Reebok on February 21.

However, he has since returned to full training and could also feature in the Hammers' Premier League game against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday.