Capello playing the waiting game

(GSM) – England manager Fabio Capello will not name his starting XI until two hours before the kick-off for the opener against the USA. James Milner is in contention for a midfield spot after Capello confirmed that the player is fit.

Capello said: “Milner has said he is okay. He is fit and available to play.”

Capello insists his strategy will keep each member of his 23-man squad ready for the match.

He explained: “I always decide to speak with the players at the last moment. Sometimes the pressure is bigger but it means all the players are ready to play.

“They will be ready physically and mentally and they will be fully focused waiting to see who will play.

“That is why I only tell them two hours before kick-off.”