Author: Ben Moss
Posted on:08 August 2010 – 10:50 AM
England national team boss Fabio Capello has apologised for his side’s dismal performances at the World Cup finals in South Africa.
The Italian was speaking ahead of a Wembley friendly against Hungary, having been backed to continue in his role for at least another two years.
Capello commented: “First [...]
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The favourites are through
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