Why picking Theo Walcott is a great decision by Capello…..
It really is fantastic that Theo has finally got the call up by Capello, and I am not saying this just because he is an Arsenal player, but because he has got exactly the right characteristics that the modern England should have.
We should get rid of the hoof tactics the last two managers have used, and instead exploit the pace and trickery that we have in our country, while still making use of the natural defensive capabilities we never have a huge roblem with.
And this is why Walcott, Agbonlahor and Ashley Young can be the future of England for years to come. In fact even Aaron Lennon can become great for England, and he plays for Spurs!
The cameo’s that Walcott has produced since the Birmingham game have been very very impressive, and I think that Theo should not get a starting place with the Three Lions until he’s getting a regular starting position for Arsenal, but it makes sense to have a “supersub” in the squad for any team. I would argue that it could be better to have lightning pace and someone used to playing a substitute role on the bench than it is to have a seasoned pro who expects to start every game. And in a friendly scenario such as the game against France is, this is an ideal time to bring through players like Walcott, Agbonlahor, Wheater and co. who will be our team for many years to come.
