Gerrard Fit, Hargreaves a doubt, and Robinson clings on
Steven Gerrard has been passed fit ahead of England's crucial tie with Israel at Wembley this weekend. His potential midfield partner, however, Owen Hargreaves, remains a doubt. Steve McClaren said:
It will be a big boost for everyone but most of all it will be a boost for Stevie Gerrard because he wants to play in this game. Owen Hargreaves also wants to play every game and we're giving him every opportunity, but we'll leave it up to the player and the medics.
Despite sitting the session out, Hargreaves is still being including in McClaren's tactical plans. Skipper John Terry explains:
He was on the sidelines watching what we were doing formation-wise and for set-plays. It was an idea to make sure he was fully OK and to give him another day's rest. It's touch and go whether he is going to be OK for the game.
One player who will start the game is Paul Robinson, who has survived the challenges of David James and Scott Carson somehow unscathed.
 | Author: | peakfootball (peakfootball's profile, peakfootball's blog) |
 | Posted On: | Friday, 7th September '07, 10:09am |
 | Tags: | Football, Injury, Soccer Training and Team Sport |
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