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Ashton completed the 90 minutes, with the Hammers having already used their three substitutes, but he looked laboured and his worst fears were confirmed after the game.

It is another massive setback for Ashton and Hammers boss Alan Curbishley said: "Dean has hurt his medial knee ligament. I would think he is very doubtful for England. He couldn't really run near the end so I imagine that is it for him."

He added: "It's a big blow for England but it's also a big blow for us as we have injuries aplenty up front.

"It all depends how badly he has hurt his ligaments. We will have to wait and see but I would say things are looking a bit tight for the next two weeks.

"You feel sorry for the lad because he has had his fair share of bad luck and has worked ever so hard to get himself back fit and playing."

With Emile Heskey already ruled out, McClaren's options for the two games which could decide whether England reach next summer's finals are further limited.