Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick could play in England defence
Michael Carrick could be used as a centre-back for England on Friday.
Mar 20, 09:11
Rio Ferdinand receives medical treatment to his cut head on December 9, 2012
Sir Dave Richards slams Rio Ferdinand withdrawal
Sir Dave Richards says that Rio Ferdinand's withdrawal from the England squad has brought the game into "a little bit of disrepute".
Mar 20, 07:12
John Terry, Rio Ferdinand
Jamie Redknapp defends Rio Ferdinand withdrawal from England squad
Jamie Redknapp defends Rio Ferdinand's decision to pull out of the England squad for their upcoming games against Montenegro and San Marino.
Mar 20, 03:01
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain excited over England future
England winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is excited over the future of Roy Hodgson's side in major tournaments.
Mar 19, 23:19
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Yohan Cabaye
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: 'Arsenal key to England future'
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain says that Arsenal's English core is vital to the future success of the England national team.
Mar 19, 08:54
Rio Ferdinand receives medical treatment to his cut head on December 9, 2012
Ian Wright slams Roy Hodgson over Rio Ferdinand
Ex-England international Ian Wright slams Roy Hodgson's "disgraceful" treatment of Rio Ferdinand following the player's decision to withdraw from the latest Three Lions squad.
Mar 19, 02:38
England player Jack Wilshere applauds the fans after his side's match with Brazil on February 6, 2013
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: 'Jack Wilshere is replaceable'
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain insists that England have the players to cope with the absence of his Arsenal teammate Jack Wilshere, who is unavailable for this week's World Cup qualifying double header.
Mar 18, 23:52
Gary Lineker arrives at the Announcement of the FIFA World Cup 2018/2022 Host Cities on December 2, 2010
Gary Lineker hints at Rio Ferdinand's international retirement
Gary Lineker claims on Twitter that Rio Ferdinand may eventually call time on his international career.
Mar 18, 16:57
A dejected looking Joey Barton after Marseille's 3-0 defeat to Lorient on December 9, 2012
Joey Barton "can't blame" Rio Ferdinand for England withdrawal
Joey Barton says that he is fully behind Rio Ferdinand's decision to withdraw from the England squad.
Mar 18, 15:31
Stan Collymore
Stan Collymore tells Rio Ferdinand: 'Forget the World Cup'
Stan Collymore feels that Rio Ferdinand will struggle to play at a World Cup with his "detailed pre-planned training and medical programme".
Mar 18, 13:45
Rio Ferdinand
Rio Ferdinand withdraws from England squad
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand withdraws from the England squad over training issues.
Mar 18, 13:12
Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand battles for the ball with Chelsea's Fernando Torres on October 28, 2012
Nemanja Vidic backs Rio Ferdinand recall
Nemanja Vidic says that Rio Ferdinand deserves his England recall.
Mar 18, 08:09
England's Wayne Rooney celebrates after scoring against Brazil on February 6, 2013
Roy Hodgson: 'Wayne Rooney may be targeted'
England boss Roy Hodgson admits that Montenegro could target Wayne Rooney, but he backs the Manchester United striker to cope with any tactics used against him.
Mar 17, 11:09
England's Joe Hart
Roy Hodgson sticks by Joe Hart
England boss Roy Hodgson insists that Joe Hart is still the national side's number one goalkeeper.
Mar 17, 09:34
Roy Hodgson
Roy Hodgson grateful to have Manchester United talent
England boss Roy Hodgson says that he's lucky to have so many players from Manchester United at his disposal.
Mar 17, 02:24
Kenny Dalglish
Kenny Dalglish: 'Rio Ferdinand, Roy Hodgson problems exaggerated'
Kenny Dalglish believes that reports of a dispute between Rio Ferdinand and England manager Roy Hodgson have been exaggerated
Mar 16, 20:50
Espanyol coach Mauricio Pochettino gestures during his sides match with FC Barcelona on February 21, 2009
Mauricio Pochettino tips Nathaniel Clyne for England call-up
Southampton manager Mauricio Pochettino tips defender Nathaniel Clyne for an England call-up.
Mar 16, 20:32
Rio Ferdinand
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Rio Ferdinand joining England squad'
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson confirms that Rio Ferdinand will join up with the England squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Mar 16, 19:56
Spurs defender Michael Dawson scores the equaliser against Reading on January 1, 2013
Roy Hodgson: 'Michael Dawson deserved recall'
Roy Hodgson believes Michael Dawson has proved that he is capable of playing for England recently.
Mar 16, 13:50
Swansea players congratulate Nathan Dyer after his goal against Bradford on February 24, 2013
Nathan Dyer: 'I would love to play for England'
Swansea City winger Nathan Dyer admits that he would love to represent England following a chance meeting with Roy Hodgson.
Mar 16, 03:29
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson leaves the pitch after his sides win over Fulham on January 26, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson "surprised" by Rio Ferdinand's England call-up
Sir Alex Ferguson says he is "surprised" that England manager Roy Hodgson selected Rio Ferdinand for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Mar 15, 15:02
A frustrated Wayne Rooney
Roy Hodgson not concerned about Wayne Rooney's temper
Roy Hodgson insists that he won't address Wayne Rooney separately about being disciplined for England's World Cup qualifiers.
Mar 15, 09:07
Ashley Cole shouting from the bench
Roy Hodgson: 'I don't expect Rio Ferdinand, Ashley Cole problems'
Roy Hodgson says that he doesn't expect any problems between Rio Ferdinand and Ashley Cole during the World Cup qualifiers.
Mar 14, 17:57
Roy Hodgson
Roy Hodgson: 'It's important to do well in upcoming World Cup qualifiers'
Roy Hodgson believes that it is vital for England to get positive results from their World Cup qualifiers against Montenegro and San Marino.
Mar 14, 17:20
Roy Hodgson watches on
Roy Hodgson: 'Rio Ferdinand deserves England return'
Roy Hodgson says that Rio Ferdinand "deserves" to be part of the England squad for their World Cup qualifiers this month.
Mar 14, 15:26
Rio Ferdinand
Rio Ferdinand selected for England World Cup qualifiers
England manager Roy Hodgson recalls Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand to the squad for their World Cup qualifiers.
Mar 14, 15:00
Stewart Downing celebrates scoring for Liverpool
Brendan Rodgers: 'Stewart Downing can earn England recall'
Brendan Rodgers says that Stewart Downing is playing well enough for Liverpool to earn a recall to the England squad.
Mar 13, 15:18
Steven Taylor on November 22 2012
Steven Taylor hoping for England chance
Steven Taylor hopes that his recent performances with Newcastle United have been good enough to earn him a place in the England squad.
Mar 10, 12:38
Rio Ferdinand, Rickie Lambert
England to recall Rio Ferdinand?
Roy Hodgson is reportedly ready to recall Rio Ferdinand to the England team amid a defensive crisis.
Mar 10, 00:14
Wayne Rooney and Ben Foster
Ben Foster praises Roy Hodgson's England
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster praises England's style of football under manager Roy Hodgson.
Mar 9, 13:09
Stoke skipper Ryan Shawcross is congratulated after his goal against Wigan on January 29, 2013
Ryan Shawcross: 'It's harder for me to get picked for England'
Stoke City defender Ryan Shawcross reveals that he thinks it's harder for him to get picked for England due to the club he plays for.
Mar 8, 08:08
England player Jack Wilshere applauds the fans after his side's match with Brazil on February 6, 2013
Stuart Pearce won't call up Jack Wilshere for Euros
Stuart Pearce reveals that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is unlikely to be included in the England Under-21 European Championships squad this summer.
Mar 6, 10:05
Ben Foster
Ben Foster: 'Fabio Capello's England reign was too strict'
West Brom goalkeeper Ben Foster suggests that former England boss Fabio Capello's 'strictness' caused him to retire from international football.
Mar 4, 09:30
Ben Foster
Ben Foster to come out of England retirement?
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster is reportedly considering a return to England in time for their upcoming 2014 World Cup qualifiers.
Feb 28, 09:28
Steven Taylor
Steven Taylor to earn England recall?
England manager Roy Hodgson is reportedly interested in giving Newcastle defender Steven Taylor a recall to the international set-up.
Feb 22, 16:12
Roy Hodgson looking pensive
Kelvin Wilson to receive England call?
England manager Roy Hodgson is reportedly ready to call up Celtic defender Kelvin Wilson for future internationals.
Feb 18, 01:11
Crystal Palace player Wilfried Zaha dribbles the ball during his sides Championship match on 5 January, 2013
Ian Holloway talks up Wilfried Zaha's performance
Wilfried Zaha receives high praise from his manager Ian Holloway following his performance against Middlesbrough.
Feb 16, 18:36
Rio Ferdinand
Ryan Giggs: 'Rio Ferdinand absence is England's loss'
Ryan Giggs believes that Rio Ferdinand's absence from the England set-up is the national side's loss and Manchester United's gain.
Feb 15, 10:47
Roy Hodgson watches on
Roy Hodgson to watch Celtic vs. Juventus
England coach Roy Hodgson will watch Fraser Forster and Gary Hooper in action tonight as Celtic face Juventus.
Feb 12, 16:15
Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney: 'Hard work is paying off'
Wayne Rooney insists that his fine form since returning from a knee injury is down to not having a day off in a bid to come back in the best possible shape.
Feb 10, 04:59
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