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Rooney Allays Injury Fears

Rooney Allays Injury Fears

WAYNE Rooney has declared himself fully fit and fresh and is saving his goals for the World Cup after a mini drought with England. 26 May 2010
Gerrard: Capello Called for Aggression

Gerrard: Capello Called for Aggression

ENGLAND midfielder Steven Gerrard revealed manager Fabio Capello had demanded more aggression from the team at half-time as England secured a 3-1 friendly win over Mexico at Wembley. 25 May 2010
Mexico Scoreline Flatters England

Mexico Scoreline Flatters England

ENGLAND signed off at Wembley with more questions than answers despite recording a comfortable 3-1 World Cup friendly win over Mexico. 25 May 2010
Gerrard Backs Johnson to Make Final Cut

Gerrard Backs Johnson to Make Final Cut

STEVEN Gerrard believes Manchester City winger Adam Johnson has "a fantastic chance" of being part of England's World Cup squad. 24 May 2010
Injury Warning for England World Cup Stars

Injury Warning for England World Cup Stars

BLACKPOOL'S Gary Taylor-Fletcher has warned that Wembley's much-criticised pitch could end the World Cup hopes for some of England's players when they host Mexico in a friendly tonight. 24 May 2010
Capello Making Plans for Beckham

Capello Making Plans for Beckham

FABIO Capello is convinced David Beckham has a major role to play as a World Cup cheerleader. 24 May 2010
Gerrard: Time Is Running Out

Gerrard: Time Is Running Out

STEVEN Gerrard insists England's players must approach the looming World Cup in South Africa as if it were their last and 'give it everything you've got.' 23 May 2010
Gerrard Focused on Task In Hand

Gerrard Focused on Task In Hand

STEVEN Gerrard has vowed to learn from past mistakes and not let speculation about his Liverpool future wreck his World Cup. 23 May 2010
Capello Relaxed Over Wembley Surface

Capello Relaxed Over Wembley Surface

FABIO Capello has no concerns about the Wembley pitch even though he expects a less-than-perfect surface on Monday night for the friendly with Mexico. 23 May 2010
Gerrard Finds Form for World Cup Push

Gerrard Finds Form for World Cup Push

STEVEN Gerrard believes he is back to his best as he looks to put a season of under-achievement at Liverpool behind him by helping England to World Cup glory. 23 May 2010
Capello Rallies Nation's Support

Capello Rallies Nation's Support

FABIO Capello hopes his side's exploits at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa will inspire a new generation of England fans and players. 23 May 2010
Barry 'Positive' About World Cup Chances

Barry 'Positive' About World Cup Chances

ENGLAND midfielder Gareth Barry remains optimistic he will be passed fit to play at the World Cup. 22 May 2010
England Need to Believe They Can Win: Venables

England Need to Believe They Can Win: Venables

TERRY Venables has warned England they will not win the World Cup unless they head for South Africa convinced they can return with the trophy. 22 May 2010
World Cup Fear for Bougherra

World Cup Fear for Bougherra

RANGERS defender Madjid Bougherra is sweating over his fitness ahead of the World Cup finals in South Africa this summer. 22 May 2010
Crouch: Every Day Is Judgement Day

Crouch: Every Day Is Judgement Day

PETER Crouch admits the entire England squad are "on trial" on and off the training pitch as they attempt to convince Fabio Capello they should be part of his World Cup squad. 22 May 2010
Ferdinand Backs King for Midfield Spot

Ferdinand Backs King for Midfield Spot

LES Ferdinand has told England manager Fabio Capello he should have no qualms about playing Ledley King in the holding midfield role should Gareth Barry not make the plane to South Africa. 21 May 2010