Fabio Capello guided England to a famous victory against Spain amid concerns for one of his most trusted lieutenants.

Ray Clemence - officially titled Head of National Teams - was taken to hospital on the eve of the match and was missing at Wembley on Saturday.

On Sunday night the FA confirmed that the popular Clemence, who won 61 England caps and has served his country as goalkeeping coach under Glenn Hoddle, Kevin Keegan, Sven Goran Eriksson and Capello, was unwell.

Health concerns: Ray Clemence missed England's win over Spain

The 63-year-old, who is also expected to miss Tuesday’s game against Sweden, stepped down from international duty in 2005 after being diagnosed with prostate cancer but regained his health to serve his country again.

Capello stayed with his players on Sunday and is hoping to see them build on beating Spain. ‘This is the next step, the really important one,’ said Capello. ‘We have to take it if we want to go forward.

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