After a disastrous World Cup, English football is slowly on the downward spiral. The quality of football across the pitch is vast compared to countries like Germany, Argentina and even Belgium.Squad selection is vital. Picking players who are able to cope under immense pressure on the big stage is critical in order for the country to go as far as possible in the competition. For Three Lions gaffer, Roy Hodgson, this means something completely different.If you’re a player who scores 20 goals a season or is part of the tightest defence in the division, yet doesn’t play for a so called ‘big club’ you’ve got no chance. Playing for the Premier League’s top clubs is essential in Hodgson’s deluded mind. If you’re not playing for Man Utd, Arsenal, Liverpool or Chelsea, then an England cap is way off.In his latest move for the national side, he isn’t going to pick ever present Ryan Shawcross, nor is his going to choose QPR’s promising centre half Steven Caulker. For the upcoming fixtures against San Marino and Slovenia, Manchester United’s 20 year old defender Tyler Blackett is set to be fast tracked into the England set up. This is a player who was part of the side that conceded five against Leicester and got sent off.Now Hodgson’s checklist has been revealed for his England squad thanks to Paddy Power. Yes, England are struggling, however, for the clubs in question, one free agent is currently looking for a club. So Mr. Van Gaal, forget Falcao, get Emile Heskey in, best for both club and country!
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