Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Wayne Rooney can be inspiration says Hodgson
Roy Hodgson wants Wayne Rooney to be England's inspiration as they attempt to seal a place in the last eight.
England only require a draw against Ukraine in Donetsk's Donbass Arena on Tuesday to qualify from Group D. But Hodgson refuses to play for a point and believes Rooney's return can lift England to new heights.
"His attitude was perfect in training sessions. He has been very lively, energetic and enthusiastic. That's a positive," Hodgson told BBC Sport.
Rooney's sending off in Montenegro last October meant he was forced to sit on the sidelines as England drew 1-1 with France and beat Sweden 3-2 in their opening two games.
Hodgson is expected to bring the Manchester United player straight back into his team tonight after suggesting his influence on the England side could be similiar to Pele's inspirational performances for Brazil in major tournaments.
Source : http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/18499077
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