Fabio Capello to remain England manager
The Football Association have confirmed that Fabio Capello will stay on as England manager despite a disappointing World Cup campaign.
Following a meeting with the Club England Board, it was decided that the 64-year-old Italian will oversee England’s Euro 2012 qualification campaign.
A statement on the FA’s official website read: "The Football Association confirmed today that Fabio Capello will continue as England Team Manager.
"This followed a meeting of the Club England Board (Sir Dave Richards, Alex Horne, Sir Trevor Brooking and Adrian Bevington) and formal approval by The FA main Board."
Club England chairman Sir Dave Richards, added: "We are all still extremely disappointed at our performance in South Africa, and we believed it was important that we took some time to reflect on everything in a calm and considered manner back in England. After fully discussing our performance we remain convinced that Fabio is the best man for the job."
Capello was appointed England manager in December 2007 after the national side failed to qualify for the Euro 2008 championships under Steve McClaren.
But after England’s poor performances in South Africa, there was speculation that Capello would lose his job.
However, the former AC Milan and Real Madrid manager has retained his position, and has reiterated his intentions to learn from the mistakes of the past few weeks.
"I am more determined than ever to succeed with the England team," said Capello.
"Sir Dave Richards has called me to tell me everyone at The FA wants me to continue. I explained it is very important we use the disappointment as a motivation in the future.
"I can assure the fans I am now fully focused on our European qualifying fixtures, starting with the friendly against Hungary in August.
"We will look to introduce new players to give the team new energy and I will use all my experience to take England forward.
"I am extremely proud to be the England Manager."
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