New Kid on the Block!

Theo Walcott is very much the new kid on the block, and a surprise choice, by Sven Goran Erickson, to be included in the England squad. It makes you wander whether, in different circumstances it might be Sven's head on the block, if his gamble fails. It won't happen though, because win or lose in Germany, after the World Cup his time is up. There is no doubt that he would prefer to go out covered in glory but, with this strike force, is this possible?


To recap, Sven has chosen Wayne Rooney (Not fit), Michael Owen (Not fit), Peter Crouch (Not proven), and Theo Walcott (Less so). Ok, if it all goes well and England win the Swede will get the equivalent of a knighthood. But is this really the time to experiment?


England have World class midfielders, with proven ability to score goals. They might have to if the frontline doesn't materialise! They also seem to be pretty solid at the back. So they may have three quarters or even five sixths of a good team, but with possibly no Rooney, and a half fit Owen, they could be somewhat vulnerable. Even if the injures to their star strikers are healed, they may lack that crucial match fitness, essential to success at this level.


The England manager has gambled, not least on new boy Theo. Saints or sinners we know not yet, but it sure is intriguing stuff!