Los Angeles Galaxy star David Beckham admits he is desperate to be in the England squad, even if it is just to sit on the bench.
Becks also admits he does not care if he play for England as long as they qualify for the World Cup.
He said: “I want to be part of the squad, part of these qualifiers and hopefully get the team to the World Cup.
“And if that means me coming on as sub or just even being part of the squad, then I would be happy with that.
“I don’t care whether I play or whether I don’t. Of course I love to play for England but the much bigger thing is England winning and England qualifying.
“That’s our goal – whether I play is immaterial. It’s about the team, it’s about the squad. If I can carry on getting caps, getting on the field and helping the team in any way then I’ll be happy.
“I would be happy going home having not even got off the bench. I’m in the squad, in the manager’s mind and I’m there to support the team.
“People know I’m neither a selfish person nor a selfish player. I’m an England FAN – I want England to qualify more than anything.
“Just to be part of the England set-up is enough for me.”
He continued: “I don’t want to retire from playing for England – although I’m sure that time will come at some point. But I am happy doing what I am doing – I will travel anywhere to play for England.
“Retirement will be a time when I feel I can’t do it any more and at this present time, I feel great, I feel fresh, and I feel good in training.
“And to be part of the team that has got six points from two qualifiers makes me very happy.
“I’d hope to be fine for the finals if we get there but there is a long way to go.”
The former Manchester United and Real Madrid ace will equal Bobby Charlton’s 106 appearances for England if he features again for Fabio Capello’s team.
[Source: News of the World]
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