- Pain timebomb: Health at risk as top-flight players 'abuse medicines'
- 06/06/2012 by Dailymail
England's footballers could be among those putting their careers and their health at risk at the European Championship over what has been described as painkiller ‘abuse’ by FIFA’s chief medical officer.The British Journal of Sports Medicine has labelled it ‘potential disastrous practice’ but the Football Association refused to be drawn on the issue, even though the comment... Full Story »- I'll support England... from the pub! Rio backs Roy's boys despite latest snub
- 05/06/2012 by Dailymail
Rio Ferdinand has pledged his support to England's Euro 2012 campaign despite the controversy that has surrounded the Manchester United defender's continued absence from the squad.Ferdinand's camp had reacted furiously to the former England captain again being overlooked following the enforced withdrawal of defender Gary Cahill, who suffered a fractured jaw during Saturday'... Full Story »- The FC Twente boss, who previously endured a disasterous 16-month spell in charge of the national team, says Hodgson has done what he believes is best for the team in selecting John Terry over Rio Fer
- 05/06/2012 by Goal.com
Former England manager Steve McClaren has expressed sympathy for Roy Hodgson, stating the Three Lions coach is in a "lose-lose situation" regarding his Euro 2012 selection.The FC Twente boss, who previously endured a disasterous 16-month spell in charge of the national team, says Hodgson has done what he believes is best for the team in selecting John Terry over Ri... Full Story »- Don’t quit, Rio! Hodgson: You could still have a World Cup future
- 05/06/2012 by The Sun
RIO'S RETURN? ... door has been left open for snubbed FerdinandENGLAND boss Roy Hodgson has told Rio Ferdinand: You still have an international future.The Manchester United star is furious at TWICE being snubbed for the Euro 2012 squad.Hodgson has insisted Ferdinand, 33, was left out for “footballing reasons” though many believe it was because of his bitter fall-out with Joh... Full Story »- Nani: Wayne ban will end England bid
- 05/06/2012 by The Sun
I'M THE CAPTAIN ... sub Wayne Rooney takes the armband against BelgiumNANI reckons England could be dead in the Euro water without Wayne Rooney.And he thinks the absence of his Manchester United team-mate for England’s first two group games is so colossal that Roy Hodgson’s men may fail to make the knockout stages.Portugal winger Nani has his own problems negotiating Group B... Full Story »- England handed boost with French star M'Vila set to miss crunch clash
- 05/06/2012 by Dailymail
Yann M'Vila is set to miss next Monday’s clash against England with an ankle injury. The France midfielder limped off in last week’s warm-up clash against Serbia.Blow: Yann M'Vila leaves the field after being injured against SerbiaLaurent Blanc has refused to rule the Rennes star out of Euro 2012 but it is likely the 21-year-old will miss the match against Roy Hodgson’... Full Story »- Rio backlash! Hodgson under pressure to explain Ferdinand snub as players back defender
- 05/06/2012 by Dailymail
Roy Hodgson is under increasing pressure to justify his decision not to take Rio Ferdinand to Euro 2012 amid fears that the backlash could destroy harmony in the England camp.Ferdinand received several text messages of consolation and support from England players and the issue is certain to be discussed when the squad reconvene at their base in Hertfordshire befor... Full Story »- M'Vila 'much better', says Blanc
- 05/06/2012 by YAHOO Sport
- France coach Laurent Blanc said on Monday that injured midfielder Yann M'Vila was doing "much better", but refused to speculate on whether he will be fit to face England in France's Euro 2012 opener on June 11."He's doing better, much better," said Blanc. "He's an important element. There's also the injury to Blaise (Matuidi), which is going in the right direction."They'r... Full Story »
- England can test France, says Hodgson
- 04/06/2012 by YAHOO Sport
- England manager Roy Hodgson has insisted he will be able to field a competitive side in their Euro 2012 opener against France despite an injury crisis and a fresh storm over Rio Ferdinand's exclusion.Hodgson has seen three key players ruled out of the squad in the past week, with Gary Cahill becoming the latest to be sidelined on Sunday following the withdrawals of Fran... Full Story »
- Blanc still wary of England - 'We also have injury problems', says France boss
- 04/06/2012 by Sky Sport
Laurent Blanc: Believes England have enough good players to make light of their injury problemsFrance coach Laurent Blanc claims Euro 2012 opponents England have the quality to overcome their injury issues.England have endured a series of withdrawals from the squad since new boss Roy Hodgson named his 23-man list in May.Frank Lampard, John Ruddy, Gareth Barry and Gary Cahil... Full Story »
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