Rooney set for England spot against Swiss
September 06, 2010 16:43:33 UK
Wayne Rooney will play against Switzerland in tomorrow's Euro 2012 qualifier, England coach Fabio Capello has confirmed.
There had been speculation that Rooney would not take part in the game following scrutiny about his private life over the weekend.
Despite this, the 24-year-old travelled with the squad today and Capello said he was confident the player was in the right state of mind to take his place tomorrow night.
He said: "Yes he will play. During training he was really good and I spoke with him and he's happy to play.
"I know the players when they want to play - that is really important."
Full Time Result betting for the encounter has England at 2.10 to win in 90 minutes, with Switzerland 3.75 and the draw 3.10.
Rooney was one of England's best performers in their 4-0 victory over Bulgaria on Friday night, and Capello is hopeful the Manchester United striker will continue his fine form tomorrow night.
He said: "Against Bulgaria he was really, really good on the pitch.
"He will also be in a good situation tomorrow. I hope the performance of Rooney tomorrow will be the same as at Wembley.
"We are focused on the game, not about the private life of the players. We are here to play this game and train very well."
Rooney can be backed to score the opening goal in Switzerland at 5.50.
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