England's World Cup hopes.

On June 1st 2010, the England world cup squad was announced. If you haven't seen the squad, here it is:
GK: Joe Hart, Robert Green and David James.

DF: Jamie Carragher, Ashley Cole, Rio Ferdinand, Ledley King, Glen Johnson, John Terry, Matthew Upson and Stephen Warnock

MF: Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard, Gareth Barry, Micheal Carrick, Joe Cole, Aaron Lennon, Shaun Wright-Phillips and James Milner

ST: Emile Heskey, Peter Crouch, Jermain Defoe and Wayne Rooney

So, the biggest "surprise" drop from the 30 was Theo Walcott. For me, this was the right decision. Despite Theo scoring a hattrick in the qualifying round against Croatia in Zagreb, I am not surprised with this cut. I do not feel Walcott is a very good player. I know he is very quick, but his performances are not consistent. Shaun Wright-Phillips, Aaron Lennon, Joe Cole and James Milner are all better wingers in my opinion.

I am glad to see Jamie Carragher in the squad. I think he is a very reliable and tough defender. Capello will more than likely use him as a right back, and he is useful in that position. Also Ledley King is a great asset to have at the World Cup. He is a solid Centre Back.

Personally, I would have included Darren Bent. I feel this season was fantastic for him and I do not like Heskey. I know that Heskey is good at allowing other players to score, but I don't think he is World Cup quality.

My starting line up would be as follows:
GK: David James
RB: Glen Johnson
CB: John Terry
CB: Rio Ferdinand
LB: Ashley Cole
CDM: Gareth Barry
LM: Joe Cole
CM: Frank Lampard
RM: James Milner
CAM/CF: Steven Gerrard
ST: Wayne Rooney

I believe England CAN win the World Cup this year, but I don't think they will. England just do not win tournaments. It will be phenomenal if we manage to come home as World Cup champions, and it is possible. Unfortunately, it is also unlikely.