After Fabio Capello named his provisional 30-man squad for this summer’s World Cup in South Africa there has been some strong views voiced as there are a few surprise inclusions and notable exclusions.
Here is a recap on the squad we hope lead us to victory;
Goalkeepers
Rob Green – in my opinion England’s number one and should be handed the gloves in South Africa
Joe Hart – had a great season on loan at Birmingham and this inclusion shows Capello is a man of his word when he says he will include in form players.
David James – would have been a fool not to take him, purely for the 39 year olds big match experience.
Defenders
Rio Ferdinand -skipper of the side but his starting place really is in doubt due to his persistent back injury.
John Terry – a true leader and after leading Chelsea to Premiership glory he will be hungry to deliver the same to his country.
Ledley King – raised eyebrows about this selection due to him not being able to train but on his day some say the most gifted English defender.
Jamie Carragher – retired from international football in 2007 but has made a dramatic u-turn and answered Fabio’s SOS call.
Michael Dawson –this inclusion really did please me as he has had a great season with Tottenham and has showed why he deserves his seat on the plane.
Matthew Upson – has struggled for form this season but always done a job for Capello when asked of.
Glen Johnson – England’s number one right back and is a sure starter in South Africa.
Ashley Cole – had a turbulent season on and off the pitch but on his day in my opinion is the best left back in the world.
Leighton Baines – had another impressive season with Everton and deserves his place.
Stephen Warnock – impressed since his summer move to Aston Villa however is down the pecking order to play in South Africa.
Midfielders
Stephen Gerrard – had a tough season at Liverpool but is now ready to deliver in South Africa.
Frank Lampard – another great season in which he scored over 20 league goals. Hopefully he can pop up with a few this summer.
Gareth Barry – faces a race to be fit for the World Cup as he sustained ankle ligament damage right at the end of the season.
James Milner – winner of young player of the season and in my opinion could make a name for himself in world football this summer.
Aaron Lennon – was having his best season yet until injury struck. Had to go though for his blistering pace and improved end product.
Theo Walcott – only 16 at the last World Cup yet has matured as a player and could finally be ready to shine.
Adam Johnson – notably the surprise inclusion in Capello’s squad but has been in great form since his January move to Manchester City.
Joe Cole – has not been in the England set up for 12 months but in my opinion had to go due to his big match experience and ability to turn a game on it’s head.
Tom Huddlestone – a surprise inclusion however has had a great season with Tottenham but surely won’t be a starter in South Africa?
Scott Parker – this inclusion pleased me the most as his form has been outstanding and he has stood out in a struggling West Ham side. In my opinion should be a starter.
Michael Carrick – a player that has proven quality yet has struggled for form and some say he is lucky to be in the squad.
Sean Wright-Phillips – has pace that would trouble the best defenders however not been a regular for his club and has struggled for form.
Forwards
Wayne Rooney – no doubt he is the England talisman and all of our hopes will be on his very broad shoulders.
Peter Crouch – had another solid season and had to be included due to his fantastic international record. Let’s hope we get to see the robot in South Africa.
Jermaine Defoe – in my opinion the most clinical England finisher and would be an asset to any squad.
Emile Heskey – certainly has his doubters but Capello really does rate him due to his ability to improve the game of others.
Darren Bent – this inclusion was the ‘will he won’t he’ one as he has banged in over 20 league goals for Sunderland and this seemed too much for Capello to ignore.
So there you have it. The guide to the England squad for this summer’s World Cup but the drama will not stop there as I am sure there will be fitness worries and injury doubts over the coming weeks.
To keep up to date with any World Cup gossip then go to www.skysports.com/football
Here is a recap on the squad we hope lead us to victory;
Goalkeepers
Rob Green – in my opinion England’s number one and should be handed the gloves in South Africa
Joe Hart – had a great season on loan at Birmingham and this inclusion shows Capello is a man of his word when he says he will include in form players.
David James – would have been a fool not to take him, purely for the 39 year olds big match experience.
Defenders
Rio Ferdinand -skipper of the side but his starting place really is in doubt due to his persistent back injury.
John Terry – a true leader and after leading Chelsea to Premiership glory he will be hungry to deliver the same to his country.
Ledley King – raised eyebrows about this selection due to him not being able to train but on his day some say the most gifted English defender.
Jamie Carragher – retired from international football in 2007 but has made a dramatic u-turn and answered Fabio’s SOS call.
Michael Dawson –this inclusion really did please me as he has had a great season with Tottenham and has showed why he deserves his seat on the plane.
Matthew Upson – has struggled for form this season but always done a job for Capello when asked of.
Glen Johnson – England’s number one right back and is a sure starter in South Africa.
Ashley Cole – had a turbulent season on and off the pitch but on his day in my opinion is the best left back in the world.
Leighton Baines – had another impressive season with Everton and deserves his place.
Stephen Warnock – impressed since his summer move to Aston Villa however is down the pecking order to play in South Africa.
Midfielders
Stephen Gerrard – had a tough season at Liverpool but is now ready to deliver in South Africa.
Frank Lampard – another great season in which he scored over 20 league goals. Hopefully he can pop up with a few this summer.
Gareth Barry – faces a race to be fit for the World Cup as he sustained ankle ligament damage right at the end of the season.
James Milner – winner of young player of the season and in my opinion could make a name for himself in world football this summer.
Aaron Lennon – was having his best season yet until injury struck. Had to go though for his blistering pace and improved end product.
Theo Walcott – only 16 at the last World Cup yet has matured as a player and could finally be ready to shine.
Adam Johnson – notably the surprise inclusion in Capello’s squad but has been in great form since his January move to Manchester City.
Joe Cole – has not been in the England set up for 12 months but in my opinion had to go due to his big match experience and ability to turn a game on it’s head.
Tom Huddlestone – a surprise inclusion however has had a great season with Tottenham but surely won’t be a starter in South Africa?
Scott Parker – this inclusion pleased me the most as his form has been outstanding and he has stood out in a struggling West Ham side. In my opinion should be a starter.
Michael Carrick – a player that has proven quality yet has struggled for form and some say he is lucky to be in the squad.
Sean Wright-Phillips – has pace that would trouble the best defenders however not been a regular for his club and has struggled for form.
Forwards
Wayne Rooney – no doubt he is the England talisman and all of our hopes will be on his very broad shoulders.
Peter Crouch – had another solid season and had to be included due to his fantastic international record. Let’s hope we get to see the robot in South Africa.
Jermaine Defoe – in my opinion the most clinical England finisher and would be an asset to any squad.
Emile Heskey – certainly has his doubters but Capello really does rate him due to his ability to improve the game of others.
Darren Bent – this inclusion was the ‘will he won’t he’ one as he has banged in over 20 league goals for Sunderland and this seemed too much for Capello to ignore.
So there you have it. The guide to the England squad for this summer’s World Cup but the drama will not stop there as I am sure there will be fitness worries and injury doubts over the coming weeks.
To keep up to date with any World Cup gossip then go to www.skysports.com/football
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