Hodgson is betting on most of his starters who played past through rival San Marino last Friday. Saying that they did very well during that match, he is contemplating on keeping the same set in the line-up alongside using Steven Gerrard (returning from a one-match ban), Ashley Cole and Jermain Defoe (who were substitutes against San Marino).
With new players trying to break through as England seniors, Hodgson noted that they have to play well as there are seniors who are still keen on playing for the national team.
Photo credits:
Roy Hodgson [Photograph]. (2012). Retrieved 16 October 2012, from <http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/M1BbdIcWjqb/England+Training+Session+Press+Conference/Fzs7J2Q9nJd/Roy+Hodgson>
