Originally Posted by RichardPON
King as a holding midfielder? As a spurs fan, even I find that sugestion ridiculous!
You simply can't leave out Beckham - forget his scuffed shot. His long ball play to open up the width of the team is superb, and while he may not have the pace, Rooney aside, I don't think there's anyone with a higher workrate.
Got to agree with Flipper on the team selection.
I just hope Eriksson has a plan B and C, so we don't have another Brazil, and we're unable to change things if needed........
I see what your saying but thats a bit harsh. When he has played there for england he has been immense.
Mr 'adopted englishman' Gray was saying on sky sports last night that our starting eleven should be fine in the group stages but when it comes to playing world class teams (ie. argentina/brazil) that play someone in 'the hole' behind the stricker/s we will need a holding midfielder. Further adding that it may be required to drop one of the big three (Becks, Gerrard, Lampard) to accomadate a proper holding midfielder (King/Carrick).