Danny Welbeck has forced his way into contention for a first competitive start for England against Bulgaria next week.

Andy Carroll has become Fabio Capello’s preferred choice to partner Wayne Rooney in the England attack, with Darren Bent also an option.

But Welbeck impressed the England manager in training in the absence of Carroll and Bent earlier this month and his form alongside Rooney at Manchester United — not least against  Tottenham on Monday night — has strengthened his case.

Danny boy: Welbeck primed for England spot

Capello can see the obvious advantage in keeping Rooney and Welbeck together, particularly when Ashley Young could also perform the wide role he is now making his own at Old Trafford.

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