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Sol Campbell ready to answer England World Cup call
10 Mar 2010
Arsenal veteran Sol Campbell is refusing to give up hope on a stunning England recall for the World Cup this summer.
The 35-year-old, in his second spell at Arsenal after earning a contract until the end of the season, won the last of his 73 England caps more than two years ago and has never been selected by Fabio Capello.
Campbell, who began the campaign in League Two with Notts County, was given a contract until the end of the season by Wenger.
He partnered Thomas Vermaelen in the middle of Arsenal's defence last night and, when asked about a possible England recall, Campbell said: “You never know. I might get a sniff here or there if I keep on playing. Why not?”
Last night represented Campbell's first game for Arsenal at Emirates Stadium and the defender added: “It was great. It's a fantastic stadium and it was good to be out there with the lads. It's fantastic for Arsenal to be in the quarter-finals.”
Campbell admits he will have to step up his fitness if he is needed for an extended run. “If required I have to do something about it to keep it going,” he said.
“I'm level-headed, I'm not going to get carried away but it's good to be back and in this kind of environment.
“I'm going to relish the moments and respect the situation I'm in and give everything I've got for Arsenal.”
Reader views (5)
All the best Sol,he and anyone else who thinks he is ready for a recall are not quite with it, he is past his best by a long way..a step backwards his name in the squad would be..
they be calling for Tony Adams next
- Tom, herts, 11/03/2010 11:27
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If John Terry is quick enough, then so is Sol. If the likes of Upson & Lescott are contenders, then so is Sol.
- Rob Gooner, North London, 11/03/2010 08:36
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Sol definately had some very good, perhaps even great games for both Arsenal and Spurs, He is however to slow to turn around and face his own goal now.
Keep up the good work Sol
- Tony, Hove England, 10/03/2010 16:19
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Mr Campbel, from a Tottenham supporter, listen flower you were a very good player both for us and Arsenal, l certainly do not wish you any malice, but aye you have no chance of a call from Fabio, though l don't doubt your commitment, to slow and regrettably too old.
- Terry, london, 10/03/2010 15:54
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Well played Sol keep it going you Gooner Legend!
- Sensible Opinion, N5, 10/03/2010 15:00
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