World Cup: Fabio Capello picks first team for USA game
FABIO Capello has settled on his first XI for England’s World Cup opener with the United States tomorrow.
The England boss confirmed he has chosen his starting goalkeeper, with much speculation over whether David James, Robert Green or Joe Hart will get the nod.
After a knee injury ended captain Rio Ferdinand’s hopes of playing in the tournament, the Italian is now praying his players will get through the final preparations unscathed ahead of the World Cup Group C opener in Rustenburg.
Asked whether he had chosen his goalkeeper for the USA game, Capello said: “Yes, I’ve decided, I know.
“I know the 11 that will play and I hope, during the training, all the players will be fit.”
Capello understands the expectation placed on his side, but insists he is calm, despite Wednesday’s outburst at photographers at England’s training complex.
“I’m relaxed,” he added. “I understand this is a really important moment for the country.”
Capello believes England have improved immeasurably since his first match in charge against Switzerland in February 2008.
“Yes, they’ve improved a lot,” he said. “We found a spirit, different systems to play, a lot of players know me better, but I think everything is different.”
