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England can still win Euro 2012 without Fabio Capello, says Van Nistelrooy
The Dutch striker admitted that Capello's departure is a heavy blow to the Three Lions but insisted that they remain one of the frontrunners to win the summer showpiece event
10 Feb 2012 10:57:00
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By Francisco Delgado
Malaga striker Ruud van Nistelrooy insists England are still in contention for the Euro 2012 title, despite losing manger Fabio Capello.
The 65-year-old resigned from his post on Wednesday following the Football Association's decision to strip John Terry of the captaincy without consulting the Italian.
Van Nistelrooy acknowledged the disagreement with the FA must have been severe for Capello to make the decision to quit, and feels England will need to adapt quickly to a change in manager ahead of Euro 2012.
"When I found out about the story I could not believe it," he told Goal.com. "I thought it was simply a rumour, but now everything has been confirmed.
"I know English football well and I am sure there will be a commotion there because to leave the national team with just over three months to the European Championships is a very serious issue.
"I do not know the motives but it must have been something big for Fabio to have left the post. This won't be just a small difference with the Federation.
"This is not good news for England ahead of the Euros. Now a new coach will come in, with new ideas and perhaps new players in the team. In any case, England are one of the candidates to win the Euros because of their history and their quality."
Having played under Capello during his time at Real Madrid, Van Nistelrooy admitted that the Italian's rift with the FA is not a surprise.
"For Capello, the captaincy is not an anecdote," the striker noted. "He has always looked for players who are a reference and who have charisma.
"Therefore, if he chose someone and they [the FA] changed that, his reaction does not surprise me."
The Netherlands international, who spent five years in the Premier League with Manchester United, tipped former team-mate Rio Ferdinand as his choice to hold the England captaincy.
"Rio Ferdinand could be perfect because he meets all the conditions," he added.
By Francisco Delgado
Malaga striker Ruud van Nistelrooy insists England are still in contention for the Euro 2012 title, despite losing manger Fabio Capello.
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The 65-year-old resigned from his post on Wednesday following the Football Association's decision to strip John Terry of the captaincy without consulting the Italian.
Van Nistelrooy acknowledged the disagreement with the FA must have been severe for Capello to make the decision to quit, and feels England will need to adapt quickly to a change in manager ahead of Euro 2012.
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"I know English football well and I am sure there will be a commotion there because to leave the national team with just over three months to the European Championships is a very serious issue.
"I do not know the motives but it must have been something big for Fabio to have left the post. This won't be just a small difference with the Federation.
"This is not good news for England ahead of the Euros. Now a new coach will come in, with new ideas and perhaps new players in the team. In any case, England are one of the candidates to win the Euros because of their history and their quality."
Having played under Capello during his time at Real Madrid, Van Nistelrooy admitted that the Italian's rift with the FA is not a surprise.
"For Capello, the captaincy is not an anecdote," the striker noted. "He has always looked for players who are a reference and who have charisma.
"Therefore, if he chose someone and they [the FA] changed that, his reaction does not surprise me."
The Netherlands international, who spent five years in the Premier League with Manchester United, tipped former team-mate Rio Ferdinand as his choice to hold the England captaincy.
"Rio Ferdinand could be perfect because he meets all the conditions," he added.
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