McClaren full of praise for Shorey
Steve McClaren admits Reading defender Nicky Shorey has given
himself a great chance of keeping his England place against Estonia
on Wednesday.Shorey lined up at left-back in Friday's friendly with
Brazil as Chelsea duo Ashley Cole and Wayne Bridge were both
carrying injuries.
It is unclear whether either of the pair will be fit for the Euro
2008 qualifier in Tallinn, so Shorey remains on standby.
The 26-year-old became the first Reading player to represent
England in over 100 years and McClaren admitted he was
impressed.
The England coach said: "To defend against Ronaldinho, Robinho,
Kaka - which he did - he did very well and going forward too - he
looked very assured."