England Blogs

Steve McClaren deserves respect for putting his head on the line

Alex_Dimond — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:28:45 +0100

Football FanCast columnist Alex Dimond never ever thought he would be singing the praises of Steve McClaren, but has found new respect for the former England coach in the way he has put his head on the line at FC Twente.

It is not easy to like Steve McClaren. Ever since Stewart Downing and Massimo Maccarone propelled the former Manchester United Assistant Manager towards becoming the FA's "unanimous" choice for England Head Coach, the faintly-ginger one has done little to endear himself to the fans.

England once again flatter to decieve

Rob Facey — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:24:53 +0100

Football FanCast columnist Rob Facey reacts to the fallout of yet another drab performance by England and wonders what the future holds for Fabio Capello's men as serious questions need to be asked.

Last month Fabio Capello assured the country that England will qualify for the 2010 World Cup. Last night, however, he was left defending his team selection and their dour display as they somehow sneaked a last minute equalizer against the Czech Republic.

Was Liverpool star right to be overlooked?

Dan Mitchell — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:28:19 +0100

Football FanCast columnist Daniel Mitchell wonders if Capello's appointment of John Terry was the correct choice, given the credentials most notably of Steven Gerrard.

So we head into today's friendly against the Czech Republic with a new permanent England captain. Yesterday Fabio Capello announced John Terry as his choice for the foreseeable future, but was it the right decision? Or did one of the other two main contenders deserve it more?

Has Heskey's inclusion highlighted just how short England are?

Rob Facey — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:36:52 +0100

Football FanCast columnist Rob Facey cannot understand how Emile Heskey has been selected ahead of Peter Crouch in the England squad and wonders whether the decision shows just how few options Capello has when considering the England frontline.

Fabio Capello has insisted the door has not been shut on Peter Crouch after he was not named in the squad for tonight’s game against the Czech Republic but I’m sure the Pompey striker fears the worst.

Man United's star's calming influence should give him the nod

Rob Facey — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:38:51 +0100

Football FanCast columnist Rob Facey on why Rio Ferdinand is the right man to lead Capello’s England team.

Fabio Capello is expected to name Rio Ferdinand as his permanent captain today for the World Cup 2010 qualifying campaign in what could be a significant turning point in English football. A positive clap and generic bellow of “C’mon lads” doesn’t fit in with the calm and collected style of England’s new boss and Manchester United’s Ferdinand, while capable of this, seems to be one of the coolest heads in the current squad.

Over hyped England - Can we qualify for Africa 2010?

Rob Facey — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:57:49 +0100

Football FanCast columnist Rob Facey looks at Fabio Capello’s comments and wonders why is it always the case that England managers insist that we are much better than we realistically are.

England’s preparations for the 2010 World Cup qualifying campaign kicks off next Wednesday with a home friendly against the Czech Republic and Fabio Capello, the Italian boss of the national side, seems to have settled in well.

Billy Batts Round up: Spurs berbs latest, Kaka to Chelsea, Barry and Liverpool, West Ham look to Thatcher

Billy Batts — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 14:30:22 +0100

Thank you for joining us on this Sunday morning, as we bring you all the top headlines from the football world today which includes. Spurs striker involved in more rumours yet again! Kaka to Chelsea, Thatcher gets another chance. Liverpool in trouble again.. and much much more.

Log on to Football FanCast.com every weekend morning around 9.00am and let Billy Batts save you the hassle of surfing the web and bring you all the top headlines in the football world.

Aston Villa are the benchmark for Premiership rivals

Matt Williams — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 18:13:19 +0100

Football FanCast Columist Matt Williams discusses all Englad Aston Villa and his views on the tabloids and why this can only be good news for England football.

If there’s one thing I can’t stand about the British tabloid press, it’s the way that they make such a big deal out of absolutely everything. A bit of rain and suddenly ‘Britain is about drown’, a bit of sun and we’re facing ‘the worst heat-wave ever and will all melt’.