Rooney to play role in the hole for England against USA at Wembley

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Capello will consider altering his formation to play 4-4-1-1, with Rooney being handed the ‘role in the hole’ — behind a more advanced striker.

In the hole: Rooney will take on a key role for England

The Manchester United striker has been paired with West Ham’s Dean Ashton in most of England’s training sessions this week, but Capello has not finalised his team.

Rooney has been played as the lone striker in both of England’s friendlies under the Italian coach — first against Switzerland in February and also against France in March — but with limited success.

Capello is determined to mould a team around one of the country’s most talented players.

Peter Crouch and Jermain Defoe are Capello’s other options to play in front of Rooney.

The England chief also has a decision to make over the captaincy. John Terry, Gareth Barry and Rooney are among the contenders. David Beckham will be handed a ‘golden cap’ by Sir Bobby Charlton before the game in recognition of reaching his century against France.